2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ridgeline | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
