2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 233 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 (335 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ridgeline | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
