2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ridgeline | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
