2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Honda Ridgeline and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Ridgeline | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |