2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 582 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Honda Ridgeline 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Ridgeline Corvette
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 574 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2043 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1247 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 68 L


 

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