Honda Ridgeline vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2019 vs 2023 catalog dimensions. Honda Ridgeline · Ford Explorer
- Length210.0 in
- Height70.2 in – 70.8 in
- Wheelbase125.2 in
- Curb weight4,242 lb – 4,515 lb
- Width78.6 in
- Ford Explorer width78.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 11.2 in shorter (210.0 in vs 198.8 in)
- Width: Honda Ridgeline is 0.3 in narrower (78.6 in vs 78.9 in)
- Height: Honda Ridgeline is 0.3 in taller (70.5 in vs 70.2 in)
- Wheelbase: Honda Ridgeline has a 6.1 in longer wheelbase (125.2 in vs 119.1 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 332 lb heavier (4,379 lb vs 4,711 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 332 lb heavier (4,379 lb vs 4,711 lb)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 11.2 in shorter (210.0 in vs 198.8 in)
- Wheelbase: Honda Ridgeline has a 6.1 in longer wheelbase (125.2 in vs 119.1 in)
- Height: Honda Ridgeline is 0.3 in taller (70.5 in vs 70.2 in)
- Width: Honda Ridgeline is 0.3 in narrower (78.6 in vs 78.9 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 11.2 in Check garage fit for Honda Ridgeline · garage fit for Ford Explorer
- Narrower for tight parkingHonda Ridgeline — Honda Ridgeline is narrower by 0.3 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Honda Ridgeline | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 210.0 in | 198.8 in | 11.2 in |
| Width | 78.6 in | 78.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Height | 70.5 in | 70.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 125.2 in | 119.1 in | 6.1 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.2 in | — |
| Curb weight | 4,379 lb | 4,711 lb | 332 lb |
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