2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 185 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Ridgeline | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
