2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
