2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa 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 173 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Ridgeline | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |