2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3471 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
