2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 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 67 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 209 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Ridgeline | Equinox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 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 | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |