2000 Ford Artic vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 163 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Artic | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
