2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 2006 Honda Ridgeline
Make BMW Honda
Model X3 Ridgeline
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 83 L


 

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