2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 401 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. 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 2004 Ford Ranger. 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
