2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |