2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 6 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 109 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Ridgeline | Sonic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 46 L |