Question of the Day: Should I Buy a Honda Ridgeline RTS or a Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Ah, another Side-by-Side Comparison for Ask.cars.com. The two trucks in question come in several trims, so we pitted them against each other at relatively similar price levels and compared the different features and options. We even threw in a bonus: Three of our top reviewers compare the trucks and weigh in on what choice they would make. Find all that info and decide for yourself on Ask.cars.com.

Should I buy a Honda Ridgeline RTS or a Ford Explorer Sport Trac? (Ask.cars.com)

Comments

I bought the Sport Trac and then in just under one year of ownership I was struck by a another motorist and my vehicle was totaled due to frame damage. I can't say it was a bad thing as no one was injured and it gave me an opportunity to purchase the Ridgeline as I should have done in the first place. I liked my Sport Trac however it was too underpowered with the V6 and the interior could have been of better quality. I don't know where cars.com gets their pricing but I paid $24k out the door, with no trade, for my RL RTS. After going through the purchasing experience I now see the Sport Trac as being over priced, under powered, and quickly becoming obsolete in design. If you are on the fence like I was, trust your gut and go with the RL, you'll be glad you did.