2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
