Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | GMC Yukon | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 375 lb-ft@4000 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 121.1 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 198.9 in | 200.6 in | -1.7 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 76.0 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 76.7 in | 72.4 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5513 lb. | 5280 lb. | 233 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 58.3 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 0.0 in | 61.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.1 in | 58.9 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.3 in | 0.0 in | 61.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.5 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 38.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 64.4 in | 50.5 in | 13.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.3 in | 34.2 in | -6.9 in |
Total Legroom | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -6.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.6 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 21.3 ft3 |
2006 GMC Yukon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The standard power seat offers unlimited seating positions. see full GMC Yukon review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats are big, have a good amount of padding, and still provide some side lubar support to help keep you in the seat during hard cornering. see full GMC Yukon review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of room for driver to stretch legs. Makes long trips easier see full GMC Yukon review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is very configurable. Easy to find a comfortable position. see full GMC Yukon review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Captains chairs might be more comfortable than front seats. 3rd row is essentially useless. Remove the seats for extra storage space see full GMC Yukon 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 |