2001 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 941 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |
