2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 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 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 506 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
