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Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2008) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2008 Mercedes-Benz G-Class and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz G-Class Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine supercharged
5.4L V8
OHC-3v
493 hp@6100
516 lb-ft@2750
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD w/low range AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.2 in 101.5 in 10.7 in
Length 185.6 in 165.4 in 20.2 in
Width 71.3 in 70.3 in 1 in
Height 77.8 in 58.3 in 19.5 in
Curb Weight 5590 lb. 3326 lb. 2264 lb.
Fuel Capacity 25.4 gal. 14.5 gal. 10.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 42.2 in 39.3 in 2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.7 in 54.7 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.5 in 0.0 in 51.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 52.5 in 41.2 in 11.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.0 in 38.5 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 52.8 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.9 in 35.5 in 6.4 in
Total Legroom 94.4 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 17.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 45.2 ft3 15.0 ft3 30.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 79.5 ft3 46.0 ft3 33.5 ft3

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2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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