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2021 Toyota Tundra vs. Honda Ridgeline

2021 Toyota Tundra vs. 2021 Honda Ridgeline


Overview

You have many choices when it comes to choosing a pickup truck. Let's compare the full-size 2021 Toyota Tundra with the midsize 2021 Honda Ridgeline to see why the Tundra remains one of the most popular, dependable, and capable pickup trucks on the market.


Power and Performance

When you want power and capability, you'll appreciate the Toyota Tundra. Under the hood of this pickup truck, you'll find a 5.7-liter V-8 engine producing 381 horsepower and 401 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission pairs with the engine. Rear-wheel drive comes standard with the option to upgrade to traction-grabbing four-wheel drive. For off-roading, choose the TRD Pro trim with protective skid plates and off-road suspension. When properly equipped, the Tundra can tow up to a massive 10,200 pounds. Under the hood of the Honda Ridgeline is a 3.5-liter V-6 engine delivering 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. A nine-speed automatic transmission pairs with this engine, and all-wheel drive comes standard. When properly equipped, the midsize Ridgeline can haul up to 5,000 pounds.




Safety Features

Toyota's Safety Sense 2.0 driver-assist features include a forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlights, and adaptive cruise control. Honda's Sensing safety suite of driver-assist features includes many of the same found on the 2021 Tundra including blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. As you can see, the 2021 Toyota Tundra with its amazing towing capacity, four-wheel-drive-system, and roomy interior is a versatile pickup truck that can get the job done and get you where you need to go.




Technology

Up to six people fit inside of the Tundra and the truck comes standard with leather seating on the five upper trims. Luxury features include a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel and climate-controlled front seats. The infotainment system has an 8-inch touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The Ridgeline has seating for up to five people with leather upholstery on the two upper trims. Many of the technology features found on the Tundra come with the 2021 Ridgeline.


Trim Levels and Styling

The 2021 Tundra comes in six trims with numerous packages to customize the truck. With its long wheelbase of 145.7 inches and bed length of 66.7 inches, the Tundra can carry loads of supplies. The 2021 Ridgeline has four trims with a few available packages to enhance the exterior. This pickup truck has a wheelbase of 125.2 inches and a smaller bed length of 64 inches.