2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Ridgeline | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
