1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 659 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |