2009 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | 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 | 312 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |
