1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 138 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | S | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
