1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP) has 273 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 893 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 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:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
