2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 493 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ridgeline | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2788 mm |
