2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru XT weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1992 Subaru XT | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Ridgeline | XT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |