2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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 E500 (460 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E500 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
