2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |