2024 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2023 Toyota Tacoma Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda Ridgeline

2024 Honda
Ridgeline

MSRP*: $39,750 to $46,350
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2023 Toyota
Tacoma

MSRP*: $28,600 to $50,740
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MPG - City 18 MPG 17 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 24 MPG 20 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 33.9 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 159-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 159 - 278 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 3,500 - 6,800 lbs
Exterior Length 210.2 in 212.3 - 225.5 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 74.4 - 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 24.6 - 32.6 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 39.7 in
Rear 34.9 - 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Honda Ridgeline than the Toyota Tacoma. The Toyota Tacoma will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Honda Ridgeline.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Ridgeline as you will with the Toyota Tacoma, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Ridgeline is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Tacoma.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Ridgeline is much wider than the Toyota Tacoma, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Honda Ridgeline takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Tacoma.

Handling
The Honda Ridgeline has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Tacoma, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Tacoma is clearly the choice over the Honda Ridgeline for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Honda Ridgeline and the Toyota Tacoma.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the engines of the Honda Ridgeline and the Toyota Tacoma are able to equally transmit their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Honda Ridgeline offers a little more seating capacity than the Toyota Tacoma, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them.