2009 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |