2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Ridgeline | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |