2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ridgeline | 370Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |