2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
