2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 584 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
