Honda
Ridgeline vs. Dodge Ram 1500
Honda
Ridgeline Overview
The 2008
Honda Ridgeline handles
rough roads and big payloads
with aplomb, while offering
a tight, controlled ride and
excellent suspension.
The standard fully-automatic
Variable Torque Management
4-wheel-drive system
improves traction and
vehicle balance, and the
rear differential can be
locked manually to help get
the truck moving.
The hidden, lockable in-bed
trunk keeps large gear
secure and offers 8.5 cubic
feet of weatherproof
storage. The dual-action
tailgate swings down and to
the side to allow for easy
loading. The heavy-duty
tailgate has a 300-lb. load
capacity, which can
accommodate motorcycles and
ATVs alike. RTX models
feature a towing package,
which is available to other
trim levels as an accessory.
Safety features include a
standard 4-wheel anti-lock
braking system for superior
braking power. Dual front
airbags, front side-impact
airbags, and side curtain
airbags with rollover sensor
keeps passengers safe in the
event of a collision.
Standard Vehicle Stability
Assist with traction control
aids the driver in retaining
control if side slippage is
detected when the driver is
cornering or must make a
sudden maneuver.
The available
Satellite-Linked Navigation
System with Voice
Recognition features an
8-inch touch screen with
additional controls on the
left side and voice
recognition. An optional
160-Watt AM/FM/XM Ready®
stereo with 6-disc in-Dash
audio system with 7 Speakers
including Subwoofer provides
acoustic brilliance.
An alternative to larger,
rougher, and less
fuel-efficient pickup
trucks, the 2008 Honda
Ridgeline offers the same
benefits as a traditional
work truck, with a level of
polish and refinement for
everyday driving pleasure.
Honda
Ridgeline & Dodge Ram 1500
Comparison
Cost
The destination charge is a
standard charge for
transporting the vehicle
from its point of origin to
the dealer. The Honda
Ridgeline is tremendously
cheaper to get to the
dealership than the Dodge
Ram Pickup 1500. The Dodge
Ram Pickup 1500 pales in
comparison to the Honda when
it comes to gas mileage. The
Honda won't save you much
money at the pump compared
to the Dodge Ram Pickup
1500. The Honda isn't much
more expensive than the
Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 when
it comes to MSRP. The Dodge
Ram Pickup 1500 isn't much
costlier than the Honda in
terms of out-the-door cost.
Honda Ridgeline
Pricing
MSRP $28,000 to $33,090
Invoice Price $25,362 to
$29,961
Honda Ridgeline EPA
Fuel Economy
City: 15
Highway: 20
Dodge Ram 1500
Pricing
MSRP $21,485 to $40,685
Invoice Price $19,157 to
$35,854
Dodge Ram 1500 EPA
Fuel Economy
City: 12 - 16
Highway: 16 - 19
Utility
Drivers with frequent
kid-duty might favor the
Honda Ridgeline over the
Dodge Ram Pickup 1500.
There's no clear winner
between the Honda Ridgeline
and the Dodge Ram Pickup
1500 as far as hauling
capacity. The Dodge Ram
Pickup 1500 outpulls the
Honda Ridgeline by a
sizeable margin.
Convenience
You'll definitely have to
take the Honda Ridgeline for
a fill-up more often than
the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500
because of its tank size and
gas mileage.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the
Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 offers
a bit more head room than
the Honda Ridgeline, there
honestly isn't much of a
difference.
Dimensions
The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 is
slightly heavier than the
Honda Ridgeline. The Honda
Ridgeline and the Dodge Ram
Pickup 1500 compete for the
same parking spaces. The
Honda Ridgeline's shorter
wheelbase will likely give a
nimbler feel in daily
traffic. On the other hand,
the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 is
likely to have a smoother,
more stable ride.
Performance
The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 is
likely to feel a little slow
because of its high
horsepower-to-weight ratio
compared to the Honda
Ridgeline.
Handling
The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500
and the Ridgeline have
roughly comparable tires.
Drivetrain
The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500's
engine is substantially more
massive than the Honda
Ridgeline's. Remember that
more sizeable engines may
use more gasoline than
smaller ones. Torque is
roughly equivalent to
acceleration, and in this
respect, the Dodge Ram
Pickup 1500 is quite a bit
more powerful than the Honda
Ridgeline.
Honda Ridgeline HD
Available Engines
247-hp, 3.5-liter V-6
Honda Ridgeline
Available Transmissions
5-speed automatic w/OD
Dodge Ram 1500
Available Engines
345-hp, 5.7-liter V-8
310-hp, 4.7-liter V-8
(flexible)
215-hp, 3.7-liter V-6
Dodge Ram 1500
Available Transmissions
5-speed multi-speed
automatic w/OD
6-speed manual w/OD
4-speed automatic w/ODickup
1500 doubtless handle about
the same into and out of
tight spots.
Warranty
The Honda Ridgeline and the
Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 have
the same basic after-sale
protection.