2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2003 Scion xB
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Scion xB 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 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 351 kg more than 2003 Scion xB. 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 Scion xB. 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 (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Ridgeline | 2003 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Ridgeline | xB |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
