Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 121.1 in | -23.1 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 200.3 in | -40.2 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 75.6 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 72.4 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2537 lb. | 5249 lb. | -2712 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -14.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 58.3 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.3 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.6 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 58.9 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 0.0 in | 49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 39.5 in | -8.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -40.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 43.8 ft3 | -28.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 26.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -57.3 ft3 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |