2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (301 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |
