Dodge Ram 2500 vs. Honda Ridgeline Review

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Dodge Ram 2500 packs quite a punch and will knock the Ridgeline down a few rungs. However, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Ridgeline and the Dodge Ram 2500 quite certainly handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge Ram 2500 has a more massive engine than the Honda Ridgeline. Keep in mind that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Dodge Ram 2500 is tremendously more powerful than the Honda Ridgeline.

Utility
The Ram 2500 will most certainly prove friendlier than the Honda Ridgeline for those of you with frequent child-cargo. The Dodge Ram 2500 is a better choice than the Honda Ridgeline as far as hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of cargo or large pets. The Dodge outpulls the Honda Ridgeline by a massive margin.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Ram 2500 offers a bit more head room than the Honda Ridgeline, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The Dodge Ram 2500 provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Honda Ridgeline does.

Dimensions
The Ram 2500 is substantially heavier than the Honda Ridgeline. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Ram 2500 than the Honda Ridgeline because of its larger tank. The Honda and the Dodge Ram 2500 compete for the same parking spaces. The Dodge Ram 2500's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Honda Ridgeline may give a more agile feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Honda Ridgeline is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Ram 2500. The Honda Ridgeline is substantially less expensive than the Dodge Ram 2500 in terms of MSRP.

Warranty
The Honda and the Ram 2500 have the same basic after-sale protection.