2011 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz A and 2011 Honda Ridgeline were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 787 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz A | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | A | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |