2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 373 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Ridgeline | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |