Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLE | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 255 hp@5800 273 lb-ft@1800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 112.9 in | 5 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 200.3 in | -6 in |
Width | 76.6 in | 74.9 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 67.4 in | 3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4718 lb. | 4204 lb. | 514 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.5 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.4 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 57.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 39.8 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.3 | 47.4 ft3 | -14.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.9 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |