2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (326 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ridgeline | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
