2002 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
