2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2329 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 | 48 L |