2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Honda Ridgeline.
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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
