2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 282 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |