1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger 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 99 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
