2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Ridgeline | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |