2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 505 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |