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2006 Lincoln Zephyr and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Lincoln Zephyr | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 126.6 in | -19.2 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 203.0 in | -12.5 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 75.7 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 65.4 in | -9.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3406 lb. | 4629 lb. | -1223 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 60.3 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 39.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.4 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 59.6 in | -3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -29.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 42.2 ft3 | -26.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -69.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
| 2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Firm, comfortable, 8 way power adjust including lumbar. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
| 2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat cushions seem too short. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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