Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Honda Ridgeline | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 247 lb-ft@4300 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 122.0 in | 113.7 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 206.8 in | 193.4 in | 13.4 in |
Width | 76.3 in | 73.7 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 70.3 in | 72.8 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4503 lb. | 4706 lb. | -203 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 59.0 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.4 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.6 in | 58.9 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 55.5 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.9 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 13.6 ft3 | -13.6 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 0.0 | 43.9 ft3 | -43.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 83.7 ft3 | -83.7 |
2010 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUT 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The interior is the Ridgelines stronges point. Comfortable front and back and a feeling a space. The lack of transmission tunnel and column mounted shifter in particular make the front cabin roomy. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |