2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1369 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2010 Honda Ridgeline
Make Mercedes-Benz Honda
Model CLC Ridgeline
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2830 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 83 L


 

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