2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Ridgeline | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |