2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Touareg | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |