2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 621 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
