2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC90. 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 (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 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.
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2010 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Ridgeline | XC90 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |