2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 592 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30. 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 2012 Volvo C30. 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (270 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 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 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
