2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Ridgeline | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |