| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Honda Element | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 101.4 in | 19.7 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 169.9 in | 32.1 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 71.6 in | 4.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 70.4 in | 2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 5400 lb. | 3433 lb. | 1967 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 10.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.0 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 52.2 in | 6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.6 in | -47.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -9.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 25.1 | 24.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.