Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | GMC Acadia | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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 | 118.9 in | 121.1 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 200.6 in | 0.2 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 76.0 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 72.4 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 4850 lb. | 5280 lb. | -430 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 58.3 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 40.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 58.9 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.5 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 38.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.8 in | 50.5 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 34.2 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.1 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 70.1 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 26.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.1 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 |
2013 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third room has enough head room to even fit an adult comfortably and is wide enough to accommodate three individuals. It is one of the few SUV's that offer 8 seat capacity and has a larger interior capacity than a Tahoe. see full GMC Acadia 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 |