2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Ridgeline | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
