2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Ridgeline | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ridgeline | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
