2004 BMW 630 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 BMW 630.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 630. 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 630 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
