2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 4 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Marcia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Ridgeline | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
