2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 853 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
