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Ford Explorer (2018) vs. Mercedes-Benz GL (2016) Specs

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2018 Ford Explorer and 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications

Model Year 2018 2016  
Model Ford Explorer Mercedes-Benz GL  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.6 in 121.0 in -8.4 in
Length 198.3 in 201.6 in -3.3 in
Width 78.9 in 76.4 in 2.5 in
Height 70.0 in 72.8 in -2.8 in
Curb Weight 4457 lb. 5371 lb. -914 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.6 gal. 26.4 gal. -7.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.2 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.5 in 58.5 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.3 in 0.0 in 57.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 40.3 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.6 in 40.0 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.0 in 58.3 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.8 in 0.0 in 56.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.5 in 38.5 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.8 in 38.9 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 50.8 in 50.5 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 3 40.7 in 0.0 in 40.7 in
Legroom, Row 3 33.3 in 35.0 in -1.7 in
Total Legroom 113.4 in (over 3 rows) 113.8 in (over 3 rows) -0.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.0 ft3 16.0 ft3 5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 49.4 ft3 -5.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 81.7 ft3 93.8 ft3 -12.1 ft3

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