Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 225 hp@3750 407 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 121.1 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 200.6 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 76.0 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 68.4 in | 72.4 in | -4 in |
Curb Weight | 5500 lb. | 5313 lb. | 187 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 26.0 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 58.3 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 58.9 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.5 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 38.2 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 50.5 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 34.2 in | -5 in |
Total Legroom | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
2009 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2009 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 |