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Honda Ridgeline vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Ridgeline vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $37,200

Honda Ridgeline RTL   
Difference: $560

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,755

Honda Ridgeline RTL   
Difference: $1,381

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920072007
ModelRidgelineExplorerExplorer
TrimRTLEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $34,180 $28,370 $31,115
Base Invoice $30,961 $26,790 $29,361
Navigation system 2,350 1,995 1,995
Luxury Package   1,450  
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.   225 225
Ultimate Convenience Group   350 350
4.6L V8   1,295 1,295
Satellite radio   195 195
Sunroof   850 850
4WD w/low range   2,295 2,295
Navigation system 2,124 1,696 1,696
Luxury Package   1,232  
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.   192 192
Ultimate Convenience Group   298 298
4.6L V8   1,192 1,192
Satellite radio   166 166
Sunroof   723 723
4WD w/low range   2,112 2,112
Options (change) 2,350 8,655 7,205
Options (change) 2,124 7,611 6,379
Destination 670 735 735
Total Price $37,200 $37,760 $39,055
Total Invoice $33,755 $35,136 $36,475

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Ridgeline vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Honda Ridgeline RTL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $650
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $255
Model Year200920072007
ModelRidgelineExplorerExplorer
TrimRTLEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine250hp V6292hp V8292hp V8
TransmissionA5A6A6
DrivetrainAWD4WD w/4L4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)15/20 MPG14/20 MPG14/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 7290, 7290, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/60-18245/65-17235/65-18
Total Price$37,200$37,760$39,055
Adjustments for Features0-1,210-1,460
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,200$36,550$37,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,045
Total Invoice$33,755$35,136$36,475
Adjustments for Features0-1,126-1,364
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,755$34,010$35,111
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,101

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Features Comparison: Honda Ridgeline vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year200920072007
ModelRidgelineExplorerExplorer
TrimRTLEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
AWD$1700  
4WD w/low range $2200$2200
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power sliding rear window$250  
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist$50  
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rearview camera$200  
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter $150$150
Console without shifter$150  
Dual-action tailgate$200  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails $250$250
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0  
Rear defrost $200$200
Rear wiper $175$175
Wiper de-icer$25  
Drivetrain 
Lockable rear differential$150  
Exterior 
Running boards $350$350
Tow hook(s), front$40  
Tow hook(s), rear$25  
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Compass $0$0
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Polished alloy wheels  $350
White-letter tires $0$0
Total Value of Features$4,540$5,750$6,000
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,210$1,460
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,126-1,364

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See a complete comparison of Honda Ridgeline vs. Ford Explorer features.

Specifications Comparison: Honda Ridgeline vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20092007
ModelRidgelineExplorer
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Wheelbase122.0 in113.7 in
Length206.8 in193.4 in
Width76.3 in73.7 in
Height70.3 in72.8 in
Curb Weight4,503 lb.4,706 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.0 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.7 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room63.2 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.6 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.8 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room62.6 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.2 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.4 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		0.013.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		0.043.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		0.083.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Honda Ridgeline vs. Ford Explorer specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested87551%
Total Not Requested85049%
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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