| Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz A-Class | BMW X3 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 hp@5800 221 lb-ft@1250 |
3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6600 225 lb-ft@2750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 110.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Length | 179.1 in | 179.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 66.0 in | -9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3395 lb. | 4067 lb. | -672 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 38.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.4 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.6 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -21.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.6 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -62.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 BMW X3.