Dodge Ram 1500 vs. Honda Ridgeline Review

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Dodge Ram 1500 packs quite a punch and will knock the Ridgeline down a few rungs. On the flip side, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Ram 1500 and the Honda Ridgeline quite certainly handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Honda Ridgeline and the Dodge Ram 1500 have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Dodge Ram 1500. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Honda Ridgeline isn't much more powerful than the Dodge Ram 1500.

Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Dodge Ram 1500 over the Honda. There's no clear winner between the Ram 1500 and the Ridgeline with respect to transporting cargo. The Ram 1500 outpulls the Honda Ridgeline by a sizeable margin.

Convenience
The Honda Ridgeline's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Dodge Ram 1500.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Ram 1500 offers a bit more head room than the Honda Ridgeline, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The Dodge Ram 1500 is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Honda Ridgeline.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Ram 1500 than the Honda Ridgeline because of its larger tank. The Honda Ridgeline and the Dodge Ram 1500 compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Ridgeline is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the Dodge. The Honda Ridgeline won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Dodge Ram 1500. Regarding MSRP, the Dodge Ram 1500 doesn't cost much less than the Ridgeline.

Warranty
The Honda Ridgeline and the Dodge Ram 1500 have the same basic warranty.