A truck should be tough enough to hit the trails when you want adventure, and strong enough to move a heavy payload when it’s time for work. The Jeep Gladiator and Honda Ridgeline are tough contenders in the compact truck arena, but which one offers the muscle and performance you need? Let’s compare them head-to-head to find out.
In a class defined by performance, every competitor must demonstrate serious towing and hauling potential. The Gladiator delivers with two brawny V6 engine options, and the truck can be equipped to tow up to 7,650 pounds. That surpasses the Ridgeline’s maximum trailering capacity by more than 2,000 pounds. The Gladiator can also haul a weightier load in its truck bed than the Ridgeline can handle.
Modern trucks aren’t only expected to work when duty calls – they’re also called on to venture into the wild. When Jeep joins the competition, it’s easy to predict the winner, and the Gladiator excels in off-road exploration with its excellent traction and skid plates, and specialized models like the Mojave and Rubicon trims offer enhanced performance with all-terrain tires, locking differentials, and more. While the Ridgeline promises an easy ride on roadways, it isn’t as athletic off-road as its class rivals, especially the agile Gladiator.
With its versatile pickup truck, Jeep proves that high performance doesn’t have to demand a high price. Considering all that it has to offer, it might be surprising that the Gladiator comes at a lower starting price than its competitor. The Gladiator also touts a higher predicted reliability rating for the 2022 model year.
It’s easy to see why drivers across the U.S. count on the Jeep Gladiator. If you’d like to take this capable truck for a test drive, come visit us at Walt Massey CDJR in Columbia. We’ll help you find what you need for a low price, and you can make a great deal even better when you take advantage of our latest deals.
