2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
