2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 516 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
