2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Ridgeline | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |