2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Ridgeline | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |