2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 597 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 Toyota Highlander. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ridgeline | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |