2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (253 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ridgeline | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
