2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 169 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
