2023 Honda Ridgeline HPD VS 2023 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X: Which Truck Is Better?

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  • Опубліковано 15 жов 2024

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  • @jakes5530
    @jakes5530 Рік тому +39

    Different strokes for different folks. If you’re doing true off roading or need to tow over 5000 lbs choose the Frontier. If not, choose the Ridgeline since it’s more comfortable, spacious, and economical.

    • @Psalm144.1
      @Psalm144.1 Рік тому

      It’s not as spacious as it could be. The back seat door panel in the Ridgeline is too large and negates the space with how much room it takes up. My Dad bought a 2023 2 months ago. Really not a smart move on Honda’s part.

    • @jakes5530
      @jakes5530 Рік тому +5

      @@Psalm144.1 that might be the case, but it’s still wider and has more legroom than any other midsizer

    • @Psalm144.1
      @Psalm144.1 Рік тому +1

      @@jakes5530 On paper it does. The Ridgeline pickup is wider but for rear seating you still have to sit next to the door if using that seat. They compromise the overall width of the pickup in the rear with their super fat door panels.
      So in real life the rear seating room is about the same as a Tacoma or a Frontier. I have sat in all of them after configuring the front seat. I’m 6’3. I could barley close the door in the Ridgeline because the door panel is too fat. Your legs can’t sit normal comfortable in the rear seats. If Honda made the rear door panels slimmer (what I think is more normal), than the rear seating would fit a tall person.

  • @mikekolb238
    @mikekolb238 Рік тому +8

    The ridgeline was never a "offroader" but it will handle those dirt forest roads that 90% of people do! And in much more comfort.

  • @RPG__Dave
    @RPG__Dave Рік тому +26

    The Frontier just looks so much better. My head says Ridgeline but my heart says Frontier. Going Frontier who cares about daily functionality if you hate the way it looks.

    • @ovidio722
      @ovidio722 Рік тому +2

      I felt the same way when I was comparing my Ridgeline to a Tacoma. Loved the look of the Tacoma but after test driving both, hated the ride, handling, seating position and lack of interior cabin space of the Tacoma.
      While it's true that the Ridgeline should not be compared to any body on frame 4x4 pickup for off road chops, it does most everything else anyone would require of a midsize pickup with a much more comfortable ride. It's a great everyday day driver and occasional soft roader.

    • @craftsmantrucker6867
      @craftsmantrucker6867 Рік тому +3

      @Dave Armor well just follow your instincts, and common sense. Ask yourself before buying a pick up truck. Ask yourself First about a thousand times 🤔💭🤔💭 in the times like this America is in a Economic and Financial Recession Auto Parts, Maintenance, Labor, Vehicle Registration, Insurance and Gas Prices are going up like Hell! Do I really need a pickup truck 🛻??? What do I needed it for? What am I doing daily? What am I hauling? But I'm more concerned about gas mileage, MPG bullshit but do I really need it or just wanted it?? What size of Pickup Truck should I buy? Am I ok with the smaller trucks? Or half ton full size or 3/4 ton trucks?? Am I gonna Haul and Tow stuffs pretty often? Or am I good with my good ole Subaru or Prius or Corolla?? Also you gotta consider this owning a pickup truck is not a joke.

    • @squonk2902
      @squonk2902 Рік тому

      hell yeah! buy what you want, this is America

    • @Psalm144.1
      @Psalm144.1 Рік тому +2

      The Ridgeline has larger backseat room, but it fatally negates it with a giant door panel that bulges way too much into the cab.

    • @RPG__Dave
      @RPG__Dave Рік тому

      @@Psalm144.1 interesting!

  • @deanmay338
    @deanmay338 Рік тому +18

    Ben exactly the type of video I like to see. Thanks you for comparing two trucks that I would actually consider purchasing. Someone else summed up my view, “My heart says Pro4X, my head says Ridgeline.” I tow a 2900 lb camper, so the Ridgeline has plenty of tow capacity for my needs. Also, unless I am off-roading, the Ridgeline has way more utility in a more comfortable package in terms of ride quality and interior space. The multifunction tailgate and the trunk in the bed are game changers. Most importantly, the Ridgeline has way more useful cargo carrying capacity than the Pro4X. Plus, I prefer the all-time AWD to the the Frontier’s traditional 4WD system. I will do forest service roads, etc. when camping, so the Ridgeline’s system is perfect. BUT, damn Honda, get rid of all that chrome on the Ridgeline. Even the Black Edition has too much chrome! Also, Honda give the Ridgeline a real shifter. Heck, I am just fine with a column shifter. Also, the HPD Package offers no function at all. I would not pay for the “looks” of the HPD Package. LOL, I would be perfectly happy with the Pro4X. I don’t need that much off-road capability, but oh my it looks great! I am hoping that Honda will offer in 2024 a “Trail Edition” package that offers some functionality and eliminates even more of the chrome. Despite loving the truckiness of the Pro4X, I would still opt for the Ridgeline. It offers more functionality and utility (other than off-road prowess) in a more refined and comfortable package.

    • @davidminyard9369
      @davidminyard9369 Рік тому +5

      My thoughts exactly! I like them both, but I think the Ridgeline is the better choice for most people. I hope they redesign it again and give it more ground clearance, a better Infotainment system, a real shifter, and a beefier looking front end. The Frontier definitely looks better to me, but the older I get, the less it's about looks. Comfort and everyday functionality appeal more to me.

  • @ronniedeyro1979
    @ronniedeyro1979 Рік тому +8

    I own a 2022 Black Edition Ridgeline and for every day driving I love it. Don’t go off roading so it’s perfect for me. The Black Edition in pearl Black like the one I have looks way better than the one you have there.

  • @stevesohn5436
    @stevesohn5436 Рік тому +9

    I would go Ridgeline. I have been looking at both of these trucks for a while. I like both of their new(er) redesigns. However, for a daily driver and utility that I would use the truck for it had to be the Ridgeline

  • @rabd3721
    @rabd3721 Рік тому +10

    The Ridgeline is nearly perfect, and would probably get it over the Frontier. But man, I just wish Honda gave it more ground clearance. That's a pretty big ding against it.

    • @chiefman8316
      @chiefman8316 Рік тому +2

      Also needs 360 cameras and ventilated sears for southern buyers, updated dash like the Pilot

    • @DB-sd3cw
      @DB-sd3cw 4 місяці тому

      ​@chiefman8316 what kind of goober "needs" vented seats? Amazing.

  • @smittysmitty481
    @smittysmitty481 Рік тому +10

    Frontier by a light year. Thank you & have a good day

  • @hybridsnowleopard
    @hybridsnowleopard Рік тому +3

    I drive a 2021 Ridgeline Sport. Although it is classified as a pickup truck according to the insurance, DMV and Wikipedia. I always call it a SUV with a bed even though most folks I came across call it a truck. It get the job done for 90% folks.
    I'm very happy with the purchase, and will not buy another truck unless I'm going for a full size truck because it does everything I need, and I don't do rock crawling or tow more than 4000 lb.

  • @12B0692
    @12B0692 11 місяців тому +2

    I like both of these trucks. I test drover both along with every other mid-size in the market. I bought the Ridgeline. The comfort, economy, and reputation were the deciding factors for me. I owned a 2003 Xterra that was bulletproof. My concern is that Nissan as a company has made a ton of sh*t since then. The Frontier feels solid, but I drive a lot for work and the last thing I want to do is worry about whether my transmission is going to begin toy slip by 60K miles. Both trucks made in USA. For what it is worth, if you're on the fence here, the 2023 Ridgeline has been a fantastic daily driver and, me being me, I have done some stupid sh*t in it during flooded streets/heavy rain. It performed well, but I think adding under body skid plates and another inch of ground clearance are on the menu. I also tow about 3,600lbs and have hauled stone in it...a lot of stone.

  • @icarusfilms9523
    @icarusfilms9523 Рік тому +5

    Great video, the Ridgeline is an interesting truck that I’d love to test drive, but I bought a 2022 Frontier SV 4x4.

  • @MW-fr7bx
    @MW-fr7bx Рік тому +7

    Frontier look 100x better.
    Love the “trunk” in the RidgelinePilotPassportOdyssey.
    Absolutely hate the arm rest in the all of the Honda minivan/suv/truck. It’s so thin and after a long drive there’s always an elbow print that takes longer and longer to reshape.
    I can’t wait until next year when they go back to a fixed arm rest(just hope the “leather” material is thicker than it used to be in the older pilot/ridgelines.

    • @chillpengeru
      @chillpengeru Рік тому

      Shit part of the reason I was leaning Ridgeline is for the armrest, I didn't think about that.

    • @squonk2902
      @squonk2902 Рік тому

      That armrest bugs me, I can't get past it, and 100% of the time I spend in the truck I would be using it, I can't do it. The Ridgeline overall is enough truck for me, I don't off road but I own a 2010 Frontier LE 4x4 and suspect I'll trade that in soon on a 2023 Pro4X. I do like the 'trucky' look of the Frontier better too.

  • @baselinesweb
    @baselinesweb Рік тому +2

    For those that leave their comments denigrating the Ridgeline as not a truck, I think maybe you have deeply rooted issues you should probably deal with. It's not a good look.

  • @FOURU2NO
    @FOURU2NO Рік тому +8

    Ridgeline all the way for day to day commute. Can't wait to test drive one. I'm leaning more on the Honda with the independent front and rear suspension. Long term I believe it will outlast the Nissan. Most mid size truck owners don't tow more than 5000lbs anyways. I see a New Honda Ridgeline purchase in the near Future. Viewing all the UA-cam reviews has me pretty much sold on the Honda. Like I mentioned, A TEST DRIVE FIRST.... Thanks Ben for all your GREAT VIDEOS... 2 thumbs up !!

    • @firewolf171
      @firewolf171 Рік тому +1

      @DevilDog53 Ridgeline > Frontier

    • @ChaoticDave69
      @ChaoticDave69 Рік тому

      @@firewolf171not even remotely close

  • @Z22-m5o
    @Z22-m5o Рік тому +4

    The Nissan is a pretty decent looking truck.

  • @ScottyBennitone
    @ScottyBennitone Рік тому +7

    For all day everyday Im going ridgeline. If im going off road alot probably the frontier. the frontier does look way way better. But at the end of the day frontiers never hold value which is a factor if you like to get a new vehicle every 5-10 years like myself. overall its closer than in the past but still going ridgeline personally unless i live out in the sticks completely.

    • @Ybshy
      @Ybshy Рік тому

      Nissans hold value if you keep up the maintenance, nowadays most people don’t know what or where the oil dipstick is which truly sad, any vehicle will hold its value if you do proper preventative maintenance

    • @ScottyBennitone
      @ScottyBennitone Рік тому +3

      @@Ybshy Nissan does not in any way hold value compared to Honda. Trucks in general hold value, yes. Nissans unless very specific versions, do not.

    • @ScottyBennitone
      @ScottyBennitone Рік тому +3

      You'll pay 4-8k more for base model used rideline sport than similar year /mileage spec'd nissan pro 4x. Plus we all know the Honda is way better build quality in the long run. Its just the facts..

    • @crisikingful
      @crisikingful Рік тому

      @@ScottyBennitone yo Honda Ridgeline has the worst resale like it's a SUV with a bed. Aka being over taken by the maverick, build quality is the frontier as well. Ridgeline has an ok build quality not the best but meh

  • @N8RTH
    @N8RTH Рік тому +3

    I really like my Frontier, but probably would’ve chosen the Ridgeline (for the car-like experience) but the Hubby hates the looks.

  • @stalwart7113
    @stalwart7113 Рік тому +2

    Wow, i love so much ...frontier excellent performance!!!

  • @christianbenedict5136
    @christianbenedict5136 Рік тому +1

    For what I’m doing the Ridgeline is much better but it’s not going off road and if it’s a snowy highway I would trust the awd system on the Honda over the 4wd in the frontier

  • @nastythomashobbs
    @nastythomashobbs Рік тому +6

    i like the Nissan looks much more but I really like the hidden storage compartment in the ridgeline. At the end of the day though I would take the Nissan.

  • @mikepetrilli4686
    @mikepetrilli4686 Рік тому +5

    The frontier is a pickup truck the Ridgeline is a crossover not a truck. The MSRP on the Ridgeline is unreasonably high if you ask me. I would take the frontier hands down.

  • @ThePittsburghMan
    @ThePittsburghMan Рік тому +3

    Frontier all day

  • @lucpedneault9724
    @lucpedneault9724 Рік тому +1

    I had a 2012 Ridgeline, now I own a 2020, but I'm trading it for a 2023 pro4x. Just need a change and the Nissan looks better...in my opinion.

  • @germanjimenez5968
    @germanjimenez5968 4 місяці тому

    I love both looks. Hopefully, this video will help me select which truck.

  • @terrencejoyce1505
    @terrencejoyce1505 Рік тому +3

    Frontier. More Truck Like. Much Stronger Presence.

  • @ramoncarter6585
    @ramoncarter6585 Рік тому +4

    I'd take the Frontier.

  • @PRO4XKEV
    @PRO4XKEV Рік тому

    Engine in the Ridgeline sits so low down in there. I like the bed storage on Ridge line, Engine power is kinda low. I went with the 2023 Pro4x, fully loaded up.. I love it, got mine in June 23.

  • @demetricklouis5710
    @demetricklouis5710 Рік тому +1

    I personally like the Ridgeline, but for a middle-of-the-pack pickup the pricing is a little steep.

  • @mustang1191
    @mustang1191 Рік тому +7

    I want both!

    • @germanjimenez5968
      @germanjimenez5968 4 місяці тому

      Me too. I want both. 😊. Both trucks have different purposes. If I want every day light off road driving and driving it as my a regular car, the ridgeline. If I want to go off road in the desert, rock climbing or rough terrain, the Frontier. But the reality is that I can only afford one. So, I have to decide which one. 😊😊😊

    • @travisstrickland7270
      @travisstrickland7270 3 місяці тому

      Lol me too

  • @craftsmantrucker6867
    @craftsmantrucker6867 Рік тому

    If you're buying for your 1st pick up truck you gotta think 🤔💭 about it a thousand times before buying it regardless of brands and models. You gotta think carefully are you gotta tow daily or tow and haul heavy stuffs normally? A lot of my friends after my suggestions they ended up buying old stock but brand new 2018 Nissan Frontier S Kingcab 2.5L 4cyl 5 speed Manual Transmission with 6 foot bed. Some of them ended up buying Tacoma with 2.7L 4cyl and 5 speed Manual Transmission and 6 foot bed. This is a small wheel based Tacoma and Frontiers that are really great for everyday driving and hauling 800 to 1K lbs of payloads

  • @nickjury4215
    @nickjury4215 Рік тому +1

    Get my ridgline next week. Hope I like it.

  • @tuffr2
    @tuffr2 Місяць тому

    I had a gen 1 Ridgeline. I used the under bed trunk a lot.

  • @columboscandela
    @columboscandela Рік тому +3

    I looked and test drove both the Ridgeline and Frontier in the same day. I went home to do research on trim options and opinions on both vehicles (mostly both models' forums).
    I saw the Ridgeline was having serious issues with water entry along the rear of the cab. The event isnt ubiquitous but often enough that I went back to the dealership to check the truck I was seriously considering. I had the salesman peel the carpeting back and check for moisture. Sure enough it was there.
    I completely removed the Ridgeline as my #1 potential buy. The next day bought a 23' Frontier Pro X. I absolutely love the truck. Looks great. Has a nice, quiet ride. It's an excellent vehicle and I hope that trend continues.

  • @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan
    @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan Рік тому +2

    I'll perfur both of these pickup trucks Ben.

  • @sdfiske64
    @sdfiske64 11 місяців тому

    I found the Honda larger on the inside. But I'm really really looking at the Nissan

  • @G-Force_70
    @G-Force_70 Рік тому +2

    Ridgeline needs to update the powertrane (2.5 - 3.0L Turbo), towning (6K - 6.5K), and it would be perfect. I know I would be on-board quickly.

    • @demetricklouis5710
      @demetricklouis5710 Рік тому +2

      I would argue that the 3.5L V6 was chosen for power and durability rather than just power. I would much rather see Honda upsize it to a 3.7 or 4.0 for more bottom-end torque and reliability over a turbo engine that ads power and complexity.

  • @lucpedneault9724
    @lucpedneault9724 Рік тому

    I owned two Ridgeline, the first and second generation, I just traded my 2020 Ridgeline for a 2023 Nissan pro4x. Just wanted a change, and in my view the Nissan looks a lot better.

  • @TM-uy4jg
    @TM-uy4jg Рік тому +1

    Frontier probably my next truck. I believe there is a belt/chain that needs replaced on the ridge line at 100,000 miles.

    • @prototype158
      @prototype158 Рік тому

      The honda doesn't have a CVT, so not sure why you would think that.

    • @jaywhite1850
      @jaywhite1850 Рік тому +6

      @@prototype158 I think he’s talking about a timing belt/chain.

  • @jessr.2490
    @jessr.2490 11 місяців тому

    Your last statement made no sense. How does the Ridgeline have more towing capacity when it can only tow up to 5000lbs, while the Frontier can tow over 6000lbs?

  • @firewolf171
    @firewolf171 Рік тому

    You should've done the Black Edition for the Ridgeline, that interior is far superior than the RTL-E in this comparison video!

  • @RobustArid379
    @RobustArid379 Рік тому +2

    Timing chain versus timing belt. Maintenance on belt is expensive

    • @richarde1355
      @richarde1355 Рік тому

      I didn’t realize the Honda engine still has the timing belt…

  • @muhammedbappa7560
    @muhammedbappa7560 Рік тому +1

    I go with the Ridgeline

  • @odnamorvr3053
    @odnamorvr3053 Рік тому +7

    The Nissan Frontier is the better truck. No competition here.

  • @jeffmaynard6110
    @jeffmaynard6110 Рік тому

    Can’t wait to see these 2 compare to the all new 2023 GMC Canyon.

  • @sdfiske64
    @sdfiske64 Рік тому

    If the pro4x. Came with manual I would trade in my Ridgeline.

  • @crisikingful
    @crisikingful Рік тому +1

    Uni bomber vs traditional body on frame hmmm 🤔 got to go with frontier, more off road capable

  • @SA-hk8xj
    @SA-hk8xj Рік тому +3

    Frontier: real truck
    Ridgine: suv with a bed

  • @winny6673
    @winny6673 Рік тому +2

    The question was, which truck do you like better. The Frontier is the only truck there. The Ridgeline is a car/suv. Basically a modern El Camino. Both seem to be great choices for what they are. For what you feel you need.

  • @princeofpeaceproductions3506
    @princeofpeaceproductions3506 3 місяці тому

    I like the price of the frontier better,5-8 k cheaper…if they were both the same price I would lean ridgeline

  • @jnmaher1967
    @jnmaher1967 Рік тому +1

    Nissan for the cheaper price. Honda needs to adjust their prices. Honda would pick up market share of priced more competitive.

    • @jakes5530
      @jakes5530 Рік тому +2

      Frontier is really no less expensive. If you equip a Pro4x similarly to a RTLE HPD (with premium audio system, leather, sunroof, etc.) both come out to about $48k. If you equip an SV similarly to a Non-HPD RTLE both come out to about $45k.

  • @richarde1355
    @richarde1355 Рік тому

    At 9:20, I believe you inadvertently reversed the towing capacity info; the Frontier has the higher towing capacity of the two.

  • @jamesdavidsmith4033
    @jamesdavidsmith4033 Рік тому +4

    Frontier

  • @mandyohiotv3629
    @mandyohiotv3629 Рік тому

    I like the Ridgeline

  • @dolguldur4706
    @dolguldur4706 Рік тому +2

    Honda is the best truck for mall crawler 🤘🏻

  • @Mercylyst
    @Mercylyst Рік тому +3

    The nissan hands down!!!

  • @edub8803
    @edub8803 Рік тому +1

    Compared to whats coming out, Nissan put very little effort into this truck.

  • @benjaminmatte5225
    @benjaminmatte5225 Рік тому +1

    Nissan all day

  • @n0xxm3rcyxx
    @n0xxm3rcyxx 10 місяців тому

    to be honest... i cant see ridgeline as a real truck just yet. i dont know why just the older versions are stuck in my head. :S the inside looks good. i just wish it looked less like small cartruck and more truck truck. idk. its a soft truck.

  • @RobustArid379
    @RobustArid379 Рік тому +1

    No winners here. Price wins

  • @sgt.grinch3299
    @sgt.grinch3299 Рік тому +2

    The honda is NOT a truck, it is an accord with a bed. The Frontier IS a truck. The Nissan runs circles around the car for work. Nissan Carries up to 1610 pounds, the Car is close at 1580 pounds. The only advantage of the car is mpg.

  • @JW-xk8bd
    @JW-xk8bd Рік тому

    Just for reference, how tall are you?

  • @ChaoticDave69
    @ChaoticDave69 Рік тому +1

    Newer Hondas have horrible build quality . It’s not a truck either the new frontier is 10000% better built and looking hands down

  • @PKDesigns2011
    @PKDesigns2011 Рік тому

    anyone willing to drop both in a blender for one smooth midsize ... maybe throw in a Prius or 2 to get decent mpg cause lets face it these both have full size numbers price tag included
    ...

  • @marklihsu
    @marklihsu Рік тому +2

    Pro 4x

  • @rc2032
    @rc2032 7 місяців тому

    Frontier all the way.

  • @mandyohiotv3629
    @mandyohiotv3629 Рік тому +1

    Ridgeline registered as a pick up

  • @biggsly5000
    @biggsly5000 Рік тому

    Mileage rating isn’t great on the ridge line. My old f150 3.5 eco boost got better mileage and more power and capability.

  • @scottbrawley407
    @scottbrawley407 Рік тому +2

    Ridgeline

  • @Ybshy
    @Ybshy Рік тому +4

    The Ridgline is a woman’s mall shopper’s dream

    • @BenHardyCars
      @BenHardyCars  Рік тому

      Lol

    • @beexiong2995
      @beexiong2995 Рік тому +3

      90% of trucks are parking lot queens anyways

    • @hybridsnowleopard
      @hybridsnowleopard Рік тому

      I see more females drive a F150 and Tacoma than any other trucks on the road. Of course those twos are the best-selling trucks.

  • @cshaw76
    @cshaw76 Рік тому +2

    One’s a truck. One isn’t. Comparison over
    Unsub

  • @ericchill864
    @ericchill864 Рік тому +2

    Nissan

  • @BS-qe1rp
    @BS-qe1rp Рік тому +2

    Honda will last longer but demands hi test fuel.

  • @johng.4959
    @johng.4959 Рік тому +1

    Honda could do so much better with the Ridgeline. Those wheels and wheel flares are atrocious! I like the Ridgeline...but that HPD versions is just awful in my opinion.

  • @kenmccune8843
    @kenmccune8843 Рік тому +1

    Nissan should put a v8 in the frontier

  • @70DMac
    @70DMac Рік тому

    That Honda is ugly as sin. I would pick the Frontier. The Honda is a great SUV acting as a truck. I own a Pilot. Same vehicle without the bed.

  • @danwaller5312
    @danwaller5312 Рік тому

    Resale value I believe is better on the Honda……but its ugly

  • @Oldjongcrow416
    @Oldjongcrow416 Рік тому +1

    🔥👈

  • @deplorablechump8758
    @deplorablechump8758 Рік тому +1

    The Ridgeline is boring to death. The Frontier looks better than the previous gens, but it doesn’t hold good values. The Taco looks best and holds values well. Hmmm…If you’re frequently driving with wifey and kids, Ridgeline is a van-truck. Otherwise, go with a Taco.

  • @Albert-777
    @Albert-777 Рік тому +2

    Too much $ for the Honda

  • @malcolmlyle4910
    @malcolmlyle4910 Рік тому

    Honda is a unibody car with a box on the back. It isn't a truck.

  • @davidvick749
    @davidvick749 Рік тому

    I want D. None of the above.

  • @timothy2902
    @timothy2902 Рік тому +5

    I never thought I'd live to see the day a jap truck has more cylinders than an American truck.

  • @Wowxoxo69
    @Wowxoxo69 Рік тому

    Huuhh?? compare a car to a truck???

  • @glennfrederick6283
    @glennfrederick6283 Рік тому +2

    Ridgeline

  • @user-tw8ov
    @user-tw8ov Рік тому +2

    Frontier