2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Honda Ridgeline were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |