2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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 134 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ridgeline | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |