Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 121.1 in | -18 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 200.6 in | -21.3 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 76.0 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 72.4 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3389 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1891 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 58.3 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 40.6 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 58.9 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.5 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -34.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 21.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.7 | 43.8 ft3 | -8.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.9 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |
2009 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 |