2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Twin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Twin would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 754 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Twin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Ridgeline | Twin |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 21 L |
