2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ridgeline | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
