2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ridgeline | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
