2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest 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 82 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Quest. 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 (333 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
