2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 4 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), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 506 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Genesis has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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.
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2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Ridgeline | Genesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1865 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |