2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ridgeline | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
