2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ridgeline | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |