2009 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1865 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
