2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ridgeline | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
