2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 4 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 920 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2010 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ridgeline | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
