2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Impala (380 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
