2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 3 more horse power than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 844 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Odyssey. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ridgeline | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |