2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ridgeline | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |