1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 12 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 736 kg more than 2011 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |