2009 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 592 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M6 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
