Ford F-150 vs Honda Ridgeline

A pickup truck with true muscle—that’s the goal for many Lenoir and Morganton shoppers. In this vehicle comparison, we want to show you how the 2019 Ford F-150 and Honda Ridgeline measure up. Is one of them destined to be your next new ride? Read ahead and find out!

We’ll cover everything you want to know, from performance to capabilities. See how these trucks will fare on the roads of Boone and Newland and contact us at Cloninger Ford Morganton to learn more.

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F-150 vs Ridgeline: True Towing Machine 

There’s one very important difference between the 2019 F-150 and Ridgeline: size. The Ford is a full-size pickup truck, while the Ridgeline is a midsize truck. As the larger option, the Ford F-150 has more robust engines and more powerful capabilities.

For instance, it can tow up to 13,200 pounds, when properly equipped. You can hitch up even the largest boat or camper trailer and make your way to your next weekend fun destination!

The Ridgeline doesn’t quite reach that level. It tops out with just a 5,000-pound towing capacity.

The Ford truck also has more smart towing features that you won’t find on the Ridgeline. These include:

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
• BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage
• 8-inch productivity screen

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More Truck Specs: Power & Performance 

What’s powering these two trucks forward? The Honda Ridgeline runs on a 3.5L V6 with 280 horsepower on tap. It’s potent for daily driving, though the Ford F-150 has more diverse options. You can equip the F-150 with one of a half dozen available engines.

Its most powerful offering is the High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost®. This vigorous V6 is available on the Raptor and Limited trims, and it cranks out up to 450 horsepower! If you’re looking for a real performer of a truck, the F-150 blows the competition out of the water in this respect.

For extra traction, the Ford F-150 and Honda Ridgeline offer four-wheel drive. Send power to every corner of your vehicle and keep it firmly planted, on or off the roads.

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Safety Features for a More Secure Drive

The 2019 F-150 and Ridgeline make safety a priority. Both earned a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration—a sign of their successful performance on crash testing.

Rearview cameras are standard on both vehicles. The Ford F-150 camera even offers dynamic hitch assist guidelines, so you can back your hitch directly into the trailer receiver more gracefully.

While both trucks offer a slew of driver-assist features, you’ll find more standard on the Ford truck. It has an extensive suite of standard safety technologies, including Automatic High Beams and Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking. These are available as options on the Highlander.

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Is the Ford F-150 or Honda Ridgeline Right for Me?

Morganton and Boone shoppers will find a lot to like in the 2019 Ford F-150 and Honda Ridgeline. Both are capable pickup trucks that sit atop their respective segments.

However, if you want that extra muscle, the F-150 is a compelling choice! Lenoir and Newland drivers can check it out for themselves when they schedule a test drive at Cloninger Ford Morganton!

Is a midsize truck a better fit for your needs? Keep the Ford Ranger in mind too.