2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero 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 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 161 more horse power than 2010 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Sandero. 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 (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Sandero. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Sandero 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 | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ridgeline | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
