2009 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C70.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo C70 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | C70 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
