2002 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW M3. 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
