2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
In comparing the 2008 Honda Ridgeline's and the 2008 Nissan Titan's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Honda Ridgeline has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2008 Nissan Titan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Honda Ridgeline's and the 2008 Nissan Titan's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Honda Ridgeline is a better car than the 2008 Nissan Titan.
2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Nissan Titan Pricing
A used 2008 Honda Ridgeline ranges from $6,464 to $15,134 while a used 2008 Nissan Titan is priced between $5,936 to $15,992.
2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Nissan Titan Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2008 Honda Ridgeline loses 23.6 percent of its value and the 2008 Nissan Titan loses 35.8 percent of its value. This means the 2008 Honda Ridgeline retains 12.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2008 Nissan Titan.
2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Nissan Titan Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Ridgeline is 9.2 out of 10 while the Nissan Titan's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Honda Ridgeline being ranked 1 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks and the Nissan Titan being ranked 8 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks.
2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Nissan Titan Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Ridgeline is 9.2 out of 10. For the Nissan Titan the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Honda Ridgeline a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Titan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 Honda Ridgeline’s base engine makes 247 horsepower, and the 2008 Nissan Titan base engine makes 317 horsepower. The Ridgeline is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The Titan is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles.This gives the 2008 Honda Ridgeline the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2008 Nissan Titan the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2008 Honda Ridgeline is available in a Crew Cab configuration, and the 2008 Nissan Titan is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The 2008 Honda Ridgeline offers a bed length of 60 inches, and the 2008 Nissan Titan offers bed lengths of 67.3, 79.1, 87, 98.8 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2008 Honda Ridgeline has higher safety ratings than the 2008 Nissan Titan, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6464 - 15134
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.236081
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5936 - 15992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.358166
Honda Ridgeline Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.215109 / 10
Reliability:
9.245327 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Titan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.856243 / 10
Reliability:
8.36873 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Honda Ridgeline Rankings
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7 out of / 7Nissan Titan Rankings
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19 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
60 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.3 inches, 79.1 inches, 87 inches, 98.8 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2008 Honda Ridgeline Trim Levels
RT, RTL, RTL w/Navi, RTS, RTX
2008 Nissan Titan Trim Levels
LE, LE FFV, PRO-4X, PRO-4X FFV, SE, SE FFV, XE, XE FFV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
245 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1549 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
317 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
385 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9500 lbs
Max Payload:
2013 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
113.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4500 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
70.3 inches
Length:
206.8 inches
Wheelbase:
122 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4987 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
224.6 inches
Wheelbase:
139.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R18