2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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. Both 2008 Honda Ridgeline and 2013 Honda Pilot are equipped with a 3,471 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ridgeline | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |