2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| 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 | 250 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 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 | 1461 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
