Honda Ridgeline vs RAM 1500 (2026)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$2,530
- Ridgeline: $2,530 cheaper, 1.1 in more rear legroom.
- RAM 1500: 1 mpg better, 25 hp more.
- RAM 1500 wins 5 of 10 measures.
| Measure | Ridgeline | RAM 1500 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $42,290 | $44,820 | Ridgeline |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 305 hp | RAM 1500 |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft | RAM 1500 |
| MPG combined | 21 mpg | 22 mpg | RAM 1500 |
| Rear legroom | 36.7 in | 35.6 in | Ridgeline |
| Front legroom | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | About the same |
| Length | 210.2 in | 228.9 in | Not scored |
| Width | 78.6 in | 79.5 in to 82.1 in | N/A |
| Curb weight | 4,420 lb | 4,836 lb | Not scored |
| Towing | 5,000 lb | 7,660 lb | RAM 1500 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 | RAM 1500 |
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | N/A | N/A |
| 0-60 mph | 6.3 s estimate | 7.0 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 | RAM 1500 Express Quad Cab RWD $42,025 | $1,230 |
| RAM 1500 Express Quad Cab RWD $42,025 | Ridgeline Sport AWD $40,795 | $1,230 |
Cost to run
Ridgeline costs $2,031 less over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | Ridgeline | RAM 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $42,290 | $44,820 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,829 | $1,745 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $10,971 | $10,473 |
| Total, 6 years | $53,261 | $55,293 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: RAM 1500 wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Ridgeline | 6% |
| MPG | RAM 1500 | 5% |
| Power | RAM 1500 | 8% |
| Space | N/A | |
| Towing | RAM 1500 | 35% |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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