Ford F-150 vs. Honda Ridgeline
When we compare the Ford F-150's and the Honda Ridgeline's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Ridgeline has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150's and the Honda Ridgeline's specifications and ratings, the Honda Ridgeline is a better car than the Ford F-150.
Ford F-150 vs. Honda Ridgeline Pricing
A used 2023 Ford F-150 ranges from $43,895 to $88,945 while a used 2023 Honda Ridgeline is priced between $37,491 to $46,996. For a new model, the Ford F-150's price is between $42,391 and $84,326, with the Honda Ridgeline priced between $40,136 and $48,057.
Ford F-150 vs. Honda Ridgeline Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the Honda Ridgeline loses 23.6 percent of its value. This means the Honda Ridgeline retains 8.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford F-150.
Ford F-150 vs. Honda Ridgeline Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Honda Ridgeline's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Honda Ridgeline being ranked 1 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks.
Ford F-150 vs. Honda Ridgeline Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Honda Ridgeline the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Honda Ridgeline a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford F-150.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford F-150’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Honda Ridgeline base engine makes 280 horsepower. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 529 miles. The Ridgeline is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the Honda Ridgeline the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford F-150 the advantage in maximum range. The F-150 uses e85, regular unleaded, and the Ridgeline uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Honda Ridgeline, a midsize truck, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more The Ford F-150, a fullsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, and cargo space.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Ford F-150 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Honda Ridgeline is available in a Crew Cab configuration. The Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, and 97.6 inches, and the Honda Ridgeline offers a bed length of 64 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Ridgeline has higher safety ratings than the Ford F-150, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.79 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Ford F-150 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
42391 - 84326
Used Asking Price:
43895 - 88945
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
40136 - 48057
Used Asking Price:
37491 - 46996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.236081
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Honda Ridgeline Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.215109 / 10
Reliability:
9.245327 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford F-150 Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
64 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Honda Ridgeline Trim Levels
Black Edition, RTL, RTL-E, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1950 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1583 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 18 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
437 / 529 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
351 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
7.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4060 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4436 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
125.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18