2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 53 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | Ridgeline | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |