1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 7,291 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (766 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | SL | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7291 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 766 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
