2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 853 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo XC90 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | XC90 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 1982 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
