2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (435 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (544 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
