2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Ridgeline | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |