2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 747 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Ridgeline | Suburban |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 148 L |