2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S3 would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S3 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S3. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Ridgeline | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Ridgeline | S3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
