2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 134 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 2012 BMW 116. 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 (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Ridgeline | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |