2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 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 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 709 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Ridgeline | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Ridgeline | X5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |