2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 564 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | V50 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
