2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 636 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Ridgeline | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |