2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda CX-5. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Ridgeline | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 56 L |
