2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2004 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Spiano 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 198 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 681 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. 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 2004 Mazda Spiano. 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 (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2004 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | Spiano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |