2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ridgeline | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
