2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 751 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Ridgeline | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
