2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2011 Honda Ridgeline
Make Mercedes-Benz Honda
Model E Ridgeline
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 42 L


 

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