2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 623 kg more than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Ridgeline | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |