2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
