2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (213 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 886 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (310 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ridgeline | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |
