2000 Ford Artic vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. 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 (333 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Artic | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
