2008 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 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 58 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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 2008 BMW X3. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
