2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
