2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 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 2011 GMC Sierra. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Ridgeline | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
