2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Ridgeline | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
