2009 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | IS | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |