2014 Honda Ridgeline vs 2015 Nissan Frontier vs 2015 Toyota Tacoma

2014 Honda Ridgeline

2015 Nissan Frontier

2015 Toyota Tacoma

Select style

4WD Crew Cab RT

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Ridgeline 4WD Crew Cab RT	15	21	$27,050	$29,575
Ridgeline 4WD Crew Cab RTL	15	21	$32,139	$35,155
Ridgeline 4WD Crew Cab RTL w/Navi	15	21	$34,283	$37,505
Ridgeline 4WD Crew Cab RTS	15	21	$29,608	$32,380
Ridgeline 4WD Crew Cab SE	15	21	$34,283	$37,505
Ridgeline 4WD Crew Cab Sport	15	21	$28,094	$30,720

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2WD Crew Cab LWB Automatic SL

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab LWB Automatic SL	16	22	$31,081	$32,560
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab LWB Automatic SV	16	22	$24,475	$25,350
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic Desert Runner	16	22	$24,629	$25,510
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic S	16	22	$22,933	$23,750
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic SL	16	22	$29,937	$31,360
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic SV	16	22	$23,781	$24,630
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab SWB Manual S	17	22	$21,921	$22,700
Frontier 2WD Crew Cab SWB Manual SV	17	22	N/A	N/A
Frontier 2WD King Cab I4 Automatic S	17	23	$19,956	$20,660
Frontier 2WD King Cab I4 Automatic SV	17	23	$22,229	$23,020
Frontier 2WD King Cab I4 Manual S	19	23	$17,384	$17,990
Frontier 2WD King Cab I4 Manual SV	19	23	$21,218	$21,970
Frontier 2WD King Cab V6 Automatic Desert Runner	16	22	$23,357	$24,190
Frontier 2WD King Cab V6 Automatic SV	16	22	$22,798	$23,610
Frontier 2WD King Cab V6 Manual SV	17	22	N/A	N/A
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab LWB Automatic SL	15	21	$33,286	$35,260
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab LWB Automatic SV	15	21	$26,783	$28,050
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic PRO-4X	15	21	$30,741	$32,560
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic S	15	21	$25,258	$26,450
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic SL	15	21	$32,107	$34,010
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Automatic SV	15	21	$26,383	$27,630
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Manual PRO-4X	16	21	$29,751	$31,510
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Manual S	16	21	$24,257	$25,400
Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Manual SV	16	21	N/A	N/A
Frontier 4WD King Cab Automatic PRO-4X	15	21	$29,978	$31,750
Frontier 4WD King Cab Automatic SV	15	21	$25,125	$26,310
Frontier 4WD King Cab Manual PRO-4X	16	21	$28,846	$30,550
Frontier 4WD King Cab Manual SV	16	21	$26,011	$27,240
Frontier 4WD King Cab V6 Manual SV	16	21	N/A	N/A

Select style

2WD Access Cab I4 AT

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Tacoma 2WD Access Cab I4 AT	19	24	$20,498	$21,865
Tacoma 2WD Access Cab I4 AT PreRunner	19	24	$21,118	$22,525
Tacoma 2WD Access Cab I4 MT	21	25	$19,654	$20,965
Tacoma 2WD Access Cab V6 AT PreRunner	17	21	$22,463	$23,960
Tacoma 2WD Double Cab I4 AT	19	24	$21,378	$23,075
Tacoma 2WD Double Cab I4 AT PreRunner	19	24	$21,887	$23,625
Tacoma 2WD Double Cab LB V6 AT PreRunner	17	21	$23,679	$25,560
Tacoma 2WD Double Cab V6 AT PreRunner	17	21	$23,216	$25,060
Tacoma 4WD Access Cab I4 AT	18	21	$24,094	$25,700
Tacoma 4WD Access Cab I4 MT	18	20	$23,250	$24,800
Tacoma 4WD Access Cab V6 AT	16	21	$25,533	$27,235
Tacoma 4WD Access Cab V6 AT TRD Pro	16	21	$34,411	$36,705
Tacoma 4WD Access Cab V6 MT	15	19	$24,708	$26,355
Tacoma 4WD Access Cab V6 MT TRD Pro	15	19	$33,494	$35,725
Tacoma 4WD Double Cab LB V6 AT	16	21	$26,620	$28,735
Tacoma 4WD Double Cab V6 AT	16	21	$26,157	$28,235
Tacoma 4WD Double Cab V6 AT TRD Pro	16	21	$34,846	$37,615
Tacoma 4WD Double Cab V6 MT	15	19	$25,342	$27,355
Tacoma 4WD Double Cab V6 MT TRD Pro	15	19	$33,940	$36,635

Show Only Differences

Pricing

Invoice Price

$27,050

$31,081

$20,498

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$29,575

$32,560

$21,865

Monthly Payment Estimate

$493 / month

$543 / month

$364 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

7.2

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6.2

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The 2014 Honda Ridgeline is a niche alternative for those who don't need a pickup bed all the time, but it doesn't satisfy drivers that need a real full-size truck.

The 2015 Nissan Frontier is one of your best bets if you don't quite need a full-size pickup, but maneuverability and functionality are high on your priority list.

The Toyota Tacoma doesn't make a lot of sense, unless it'll live almost exclusively off-road.

TCC Likes

Carlike, from hood to trunk
Powertrain is refined
Good safety score

Hauling and towing strength (V-6)
Potent V-6 engine option
Sharp pickup looks

Neatly organized controls
Good resale value
Base versions are quite affordable

TCC Dislikes

Awkwardly styled
Pricey
Limited utility of short bed

Maximum bed length is only six feet
Interior design showing its age
Busy, choppy ride

Thinly padded seats
Ride gets jittery, even in base versions
Gets very expensive in specialty, V-6 versions

Fuel Economy

City

15 mpg

16 mpg

19 mpg

Highway

21 mpg

22 mpg

24 mpg

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Second Head Room (in)

39.1

38.7

35.2

Second Shoulder Room (in)

62.6

58.3

57.7

Front Leg Room (in)

40.8

42.4

41.7

Front Hip Room (in)

57.6

55.6

53.6

Second Leg Room (in)

36.4

33.6

28.2

Front Head Room (in)

40.7

Second Hip Room (in)

57.1

53.6

Front Shoulder Room (in)

63.2

58.3

57.7

Exterior Dimensions

Length, Overall (in)

206.9

219.4

208.1

Height, Overall (in)

70.3

70.1

66.1

Ground Clearance, Rear (in)

8.2

8.6

8.1

Wheelbase (in)

122

139.9

127.4

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

77.8

72.8

72.2

Ground Clearance, Front (in)

8.2

8.6

8.1

Cab to Axle (in)

32.2

Cargo Area Dimensions

Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in)

73.3

73.5

Cargo Box (Area) Height (in)

20.7

Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in)

49.5

44.4

41.5

Cargo Volume (ft³)

41.4

33.5

Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in)

61.4

56.7

Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in)

61.4

56.7

Brakes

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

13.1

11.3

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.6

11.7

10.8

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Front Disc/Rear Drum

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

21.1

Steering

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

42.6

47.8

42.3

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Tires

Rear Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P245/65TR17

P265/60TR18

P215/70SR15

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Full-Size

Front Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Size

P245/65TR17

P265/60TR18

P215/70SR15

Trailering

Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs)

5000

6300

3500

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

500

630

350

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

500

630

350

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

5000

6300

3500

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

5000

6300

3500

Weight Information

Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)

10085

11133

7500

Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs)

3245

Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs)

3105

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs)

6050

5730

4900

Wheels

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

Front Wheel Size (in)

17 X 7.5

18 X 7.5

15 X 6

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Compact

Full-Size

Rear Wheel Material

Styled Steel

Aluminum

Styled Steel

Rear Wheel Size (in)

17 X 7.5

18 X 7.5

15 X 6

Front Wheel Material

Styled Steel

Aluminum

Styled Steel

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

550

356

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd)

550

356

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

130

Engine

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

250 @ 5700

261 @ 5600

159 @ 5200

Engine Type

Regular Unleaded V-6

Regular Unleaded I-4

Engine Oil Cooler

None

Fuel System

Sequential MPI

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

247 @ 4300

281 @ 4000

180 @ 3800

Engine Order Code

Displacement

3.5 L/212

4.0 L/241

2.7 L/164

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

17 (Est)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

21 (Est)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

15 (Est)

Transmission

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.54

0.84

Trans Description Cont. Again

Trans PTO Access

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

1.61

2.35

1.53

Trans Order Code

Transfer Case Power Take Off

Drivetrain

Four Wheel Drive

Rear Wheel Drive

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.77

1.00

0.71

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Reverse Ratio (:1)

1.89

2.76

2.39

First Gear Ratio (:1)

2.70

3.84

2.80

Transfer Case Model

Electronic

None

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.07

1.53

1.00

Trans Type

Summary

Body Style

Crew Cab

Access Cab

Vehicle Name

Honda Ridgeline

Nissan Frontier

Toyota Tacoma

Body Code

Suspension

Axle Type - Front

Independent

Axle Ratio (:1) - Front

4.53

3.13

3.58

Suspension Type - Rear

Multi-Link

Leaf

Axle Type - Rear

Independent

Rigid Axle

Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear

4.53

3.13

3.58

Suspension Type - Front

Strut

Double Wishbone

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

10.8 (Est)

9.8 (Est)

8.4

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

5.0

Crash Test Ratings

Overall Rating

Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger

Overall Side Crash Rating

Side Barrier Rating

Side Barrier Rating Driver

Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat

Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat

Rollover Rating

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