2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 63 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Ridgeline | 550 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |