2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 757 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ridgeline | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |