Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,489 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,067 mm | 5,088 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,697 mm | 1,920 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,151 kg | 2,381 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 98 L | -53 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,019 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,339 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,031 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,245 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,250 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 792 mm | 1,003 mm | 791 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 978 mm | -978 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 864 mm | -864 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 436 L | 405 L | 31 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 1,240 L | 14.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 736 L | 2,359 L | 734 L |
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 |