1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1518 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 |