Tundra or Ridgeline
Ridgeline or Tundra I'm probably going to buy this week, but like an idiot I am gravitating back and forth between two totally different vehicles. I keep my vehicles a very long time, so it's a hu...
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Bruce H. wrote:
I tow a 3500 lb trailer with a 2006 Honda Pilot 4WD, which is mechanically pretty similar to a Ridgeline. The Pilot does OK on flat or rolling terrain, but is maxed out in the mountains. We went over 8600 ft. Carson Pass last summer--kept up with traffic, but at 4500 to 5200 rpm in 2nd gear. Not what I would consider a comfortable towing experience.
I also think that rigorous towing will eventually exact a toll on the Pilot's drivetrain.
I've made the decision to move to a full-sized tow vehicle. Am considering large SUV's as well as pickups. Have looked at the Tundra and I really like its interior and exterior redesign for 2014. Leaning more toward a SUV, though. Waiting to see the 2015 Tahoe when it is released in early Spring.
Between a Ridgeline and Tundra, I would definitely go for the Tundra. We love our Pilot, but it is just asking too much of it to tow a 3500 lb trailer.
Bruce
i have a good friend who also tried towing his heavier 19' HTT thru the Sierras, with his Pilot. one trip was enough for him to never do it again.
luckily he had a 5.3 v-8 Silverado to take its place.
