2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Honda Ridgeline were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |