2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 376 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Ridgeline | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Ridgeline | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
