Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Acura TL | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 286 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 107.9 in | 13.1 in |
Length | 201.6 in | 189.3 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 72.2 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 56.7 in | 16.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5687 lb. | 3419 lb. | 2268 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 17.1 gal. | 9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 38.7 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.3 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.8 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.2 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 55.7 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 34.9 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 12.5 | 36.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 81.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL.
2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |
2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Small for adults see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review |