what's different on a 2007 RTL vs 2006

mastergolfer2008 · 10-16-2009, 07:42 AM

hi, I ´m going to buy a 2007 (date when its made June 07 / I guess you call it a modell 2008) RTL here in germany and had a 2006 RTL before. It was one of the first ones made. My question: Is there something diffrent on that 2007 modell? Diffrent software for the automatic? I guess the grey seats are just in one color not in 2 grey tones like in my old 2006.
What do I have to look for on TSB´s on that 2007 modell.

Thanks,
greetings from germany

KrisRidge · 10-16-2009, 03:53 PM

One thing I noticed is that the Moonroof was standard on all '07 RTLs. It was an option on the '06 RTL. Here's the Specs from the Honda Web Site so you can compare for yourself:

2007 Ridgeline Specs
http://automobiles.honda.com/certifi...fications.aspx

2006 Ridgeline Specs:
http://automobiles.honda.com/certifi...fications.aspx

Hope this helps.

mastergolfer2008 · 10-16-2009, 04:28 PM

thanks for the help. just another question: do you know if there is also a diffrent software on the transmission? ans waht about the TSB´s ? is the 2007 better. I can remember that my 06 had a noise in the steering wheel and also some other things.

thanks

07_rtx · 10-16-2009, 08:12 PM

Other than the sunroof becoming standard in 07 they are exactly the same truck. Motors and trans are all the same. I think in 08 they done away with the 2 tone leather interior for solid colors. I could be mistaken though

mwarriner · 11-06-2009, 06:03 PM

Why would anyone want a moonroof on a truck?

07_rtx · 11-06-2009, 06:12 PM

Some people enjoy sunroofs in any vehicle they own. If I could have gotten the deal I got on my truck in an RTL with sunroof then I wouldn't have hesitated to purchase it. I personally like sunroofs and leather seats. Others don't. That's why different models have different trim lines ridgeline for example RT,RTX,RTS,RTL all have different features for different people and different price tags. To each their own

wrenrj1 · 11-06-2009, 07:37 PM

I have heard that On-star actually works better at tracking your vehicle when you have a sun roof.

Jet Pack · 11-07-2009, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwarriner

Why would anyone want a moonroof on a truck?

Why would anyone NOT want a moonroof on a truck?

wrenrj1 · 11-08-2009, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jet Pack

Why would anyone NOT want a moonroof on a truck?

1. Meteors.
2. Easy access from zombies, as the moonroof will be stuck open in a pinch.
3. Assorted flying aliens/mutants/vampires etc. tend to cling on to the roof and start clawing through. Now they can see you. It's called the Syfy channel, I suggest you start watching fella...

Man, I can't believe some of these threads are totally void of common sense...

Andy-Montreal · 11-08-2009, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrenrj1

1. Meteors.
2. Easy access from zombies, as the moonroof will be stuck open in a pinch.
3. Assorted flying aliens/mutants/vampires etc. tend to cling on to the roof and start clawing through. Now they can see you. It's called the Syfy channel, I suggest you start watching fella...

Man, I can't believe some of these threads are totally void of common sense...

You, my dear friend, are a true blast!!

Funny, I used to say the same thing about sunroofs & moonroofs and how ridiculous they looked as they reminded me of a poor man's convertible. Then I bought my first truck with a sunroof and I've been hooked since.

Actually, the true reason to have a sunroof is to be closer to God....

10-16-2009, 07:42 AM	#1
mastergolfer2008 ROC Rank: Stuffing 2006 RTL Billet Silver Metallic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Germany, Frankfurt Posts: 34	what's different on a 2007 RTL vs 2006 hi, I ´m going to buy a 2007 (date when its made June 07 / I guess you call it a modell 2008) RTL here in germany and had a 2006 RTL before. It was one of the first ones made. My question: Is there something diffrent on that 2007 modell? Diffrent software for the automatic? I guess the grey seats are just in one color not in 2 grey tones like in my old 2006. What do I have to look for on TSB´s on that 2007 modell. Thanks, greetings from germany Last edited by mastergolfer2008; 10-16-2009 at 08:12 AM.

10-16-2009, 03:53 PM	#2
KrisRidge ROC Rank: Mashed Potatoes 2009 RTL Bali Blue Pearl Join Date: May 2009 Location: Wilton, NY Posts: 262	Re: what´s diffrent on a 2007 RTL vs 2006 One thing I noticed is that the Moonroof was standard on all '07 RTLs. It was an option on the '06 RTL. Here's the Specs from the Honda Web Site so you can compare for yourself: 2007 Ridgeline Specs http://automobiles.honda.com/certifi...fications.aspx 2006 Ridgeline Specs: http://automobiles.honda.com/certifi...fications.aspx Hope this helps. __________________ This could the money you'll be saving if you join one of Pizzaman's Group Buy. Weathertech Floor Mats Group Buy 25% off Pop n Lock Group Buy. $51 Shipped Kris "The human brain is amazing. It starts when you wake up and stops when get to work." '09 Ridgeline RTL Bali Blue Pearl. '04 Honda CRV EX. Black. (Wife's).

10-16-2009, 04:28 PM	#3
mastergolfer2008 ROC Rank: Stuffing 2006 RTL Billet Silver Metallic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Germany, Frankfurt Posts: 34	Re: what´s diffrent on a 2007 RTL vs 2006 thanks for the help. just another question: do you know if there is also a diffrent software on the transmission? ans waht about the TSB´s ? is the 2007 better. I can remember that my 06 had a noise in the steering wheel and also some other things. thanks

10-16-2009, 08:12 PM	#4
07_rtx ROC Rank: Cranberry 2007 RTX Dark Cherry Pearl Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cookeville,TN Posts: 1,446	Re: what´s diffrent on a 2007 RTL vs 2006 Other than the sunroof becoming standard in 07 they are exactly the same truck. Motors and trans are all the same. I think in 08 they done away with the 2 tone leather interior for solid colors. I could be mistaken though __________________ 07 RTX 7,100 miles new, TRUXXX 2" lift, Tinted headlights, Smoked euro tails, Pinstriping on tailgate, 245/70/17 BFG MT KM2, 20% window tint, Kenwood DNX7100 in dash, 17" flip down tv from roof, K&N cold air intake, Emergency strobe lights, AVS bug shield and vent visors in channel, 17'" MKW M9 wheels painted flat black, OEM silver roof rack, 5S Dude Cubby Cover, ROC Decal ordered...more to come Here is my build up thread: http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/f...ad.php?t=31690

11-06-2009, 06:03 PM	#5
mwarriner ROC Rank: Stuffing 2006 RTL Steel Blue Metallic Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Martinez, CA Posts: 23	Re: what´s diffrent on a 2007 RTL vs 2006 Why would anyone want a moonroof on a truck? __________________ 2006 RTL Duck season is back again! Quack attack!!

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11-06-2009, 06:12 PM	#6
07_rtx ROC Rank: Cranberry 2007 RTX Dark Cherry Pearl Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cookeville,TN Posts: 1,446	Re: what´s diffrent on a 2007 RTL vs 2006 Some people enjoy sunroofs in any vehicle they own. If I could have gotten the deal I got on my truck in an RTL with sunroof then I wouldn't have hesitated to purchase it. I personally like sunroofs and leather seats. Others don't. That's why different models have different trim lines ridgeline for example RT,RTX,RTS,RTL all have different features for different people and different price tags. To each their own __________________ 07 RTX 7,100 miles new, TRUXXX 2" lift, Tinted headlights, Smoked euro tails, Pinstriping on tailgate, 245/70/17 BFG MT KM2, 20% window tint, Kenwood DNX7100 in dash, 17" flip down tv from roof, K&N cold air intake, Emergency strobe lights, AVS bug shield and vent visors in channel, 17'" MKW M9 wheels painted flat black, OEM silver roof rack, 5S Dude Cubby Cover, ROC Decal ordered...more to come Here is my build up thread: http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/f...ad.php?t=31690

11-06-2009, 07:37 PM	#7
wrenrj1 ROC Rank: Cranberry 2007 RTX Dark Cherry Pearl Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nebraska Posts: 1,627	Re: what´s diffrent on a 2007 RTL vs 2006 I have heard that On-star actually works better at tracking your vehicle when you have a sun roof. __________________ -Dad always thought laughter was the best medicine, which I guess is why several of us died of tuberculosis.-Jack Handy Wren

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