2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora 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 139 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 848 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ridgeline | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
