2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 433 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Commodore. 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Ridgeline | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
