Honda Ridgeline vs RAM 1500 Ramcharger (2026)
Price gap, MSRP
$1,230
- Ridgeline: $1,230 cheaper, 3.5 s quicker to 60.
- 1500 Ramcharger: 1 mpg better, 25 hp more.
- 1500 Ramcharger wins 4 of 8 measures.
| Measure | Ridgeline | 1500 Ramcharger | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,795 | $42,025 | Ridgeline |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 305 hp | 1500 Ramcharger |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft | N/A | N/A |
| MPG combined | 21 mpg | 22 mpg | 1500 Ramcharger |
| Rear legroom | 36.7 in | 45.2 in | 1500 Ramcharger |
| Front legroom | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | About the same |
| Length | 210.2 in | 232.9 in | Not scored |
| Width | 78.6 in | N/A | N/A |
| Curb weight | 4,420 lb | 7,507 lb | Not scored |
| Towing | 5,000 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Seats | 5 | 6 | 1500 Ramcharger |
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | N/A | N/A |
| 0-60 mph | 6.3 s estimate | 9.8 s estimate | Ridgeline |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeline Sport AWD $40,795 | 1500 Ramcharger Express 4x2 Quad Cab 6'4" Box $42,025 | $1,230 |
| 1500 Ramcharger Express 4x2 Quad Cab 6'4" Box $42,025 | Ridgeline Sport AWD $40,795 | $1,230 |
Cost to run
About the same over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | Ridgeline | 1500 Ramcharger |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,795 | $42,025 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,829 | $1,745 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $10,971 | $10,473 |
| Total, 6 years | $51,766 | $52,498 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: 1500 Ramcharger wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Ridgeline | 3% |
| MPG | 1500 Ramcharger | 5% |
| Power | 1500 Ramcharger | 8% |
| Space | N/A | |
| Towing | N/A |
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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