2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick 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 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 322 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Maverick | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |