1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Telstar | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
