2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1052 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 83 L |