2021 Toyota Tundra vs. Honda Ridgeline
2021 Toyota Tundra vs. 2021 Honda Ridgeline
Overview
The Toyota Tundra stands out in a crowded pickup truck market with its capabilities and power. It pulls ahead of other trucks with its versatility, reliability, and ability to haul heavy loads and handle off-road terrain with ease. Take a look at the 2021 Toyota Tundra, compared to the 2021 Honda Ridgeline.
The Powertrains
Power for the Tundra comes from a 5.7-liter V-8 gas engine that puts out 381 horsepower and gets 401 pound-feet of torque. The Ridgeline uses a 3.5-liter V-6 that generates 280 horsepower and gets 262 pound-feet of torque. When equipped, the Tundra can tow up to 10,200 pounds and haul up to 1,730 pounds. The Ridgeline doesn't have as much towing power, with a max rating of 5,000 pounds. It also has a max hauling capacity of 1,583 pounds.
Safety Features
Every Toyota Tundra comes standard with a full suite of advanced safety features. These include forward-collision warning with mitigation, lane departure warning, automatic high beam headlights, and adaptive cruise control. The Ridgeline comes with similar safety systems. To make towing easier and safer, the Tundra has a trailer-sway control feature that stabilizes a trailer when it senses swaying by automatically applying the brakes to the tires that need it.
Technology
You can't beat the tech features in the Tundra. It has a 7-inch touch screen and satellite radio and comes with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa. You'll also get three USB ports and a Wi-Fi hot spot, even with the base Tundra trim. The Ridgeline also comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but it doesn't offer Amazon Alexa. Only two USB ports come standard in the Ridgeline, but you can get wireless charging if you bump up to the RTL-E trim. This model also adds USB ports in the second row, and it comes with navigation.
Off-Road Capabilities
The Ridgeline's unibody design provides a smooth and comfortable ride, but it doesn't have the off-road capabilities you can get with the Tundra. The Tundra has a strong body-on-frame construction with the strength to get any job done. Toyota also offers the TRD Off-Road Package with 18-inch wheels, skid plates, and tow hooks so it can tackle rough terrain, and the TRD Pro trim adds a revised suspension with a 2-inch lift, Fox shocks, and 18-inch BBS forged alloy wheels. It's clear to see that the Toyota Tundra is the winner in this faceoff.