2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 346 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Ridgeline | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |