Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Venza | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 121.1 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 200.6 in | -11.6 in |
Width | 75.0 in | 76.0 in | -1 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 72.4 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1235 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -8.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 58.3 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.0 in | 58.9 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.5 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.4 | 43.8 ft3 | -9.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.1 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -13.2 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |