1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 307 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.

Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2010 Honda Ridgeline
Make Mercedes-Benz Honda
Model CLK Ridgeline
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 16.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1193 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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