2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |