2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestyle | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |