Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Acura TLX | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 109.3 in | 11.8 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 190.3 in | 10.3 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 73.0 in | 3 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 57.0 in | 15.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5434 lb. | 3748 lb. | 1686 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 8.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.2 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.5 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.6 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 36.7 in | 3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.4 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 34.5 in | 5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 36.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.2 | 30.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2015 Acura TLX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
While the Acura TLX's exterior dimensions roughly split the difference between the TSX's and the TL's, its interior dimensions are quite close to the more compact of the two. Compared to the Honda Accord, rear seat legroom is down a substantial four inches despite a shared wheelbase. Shoulder room and rear headroom also suffer reductions, of about an inch in each case. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with a little room to spare. Passengers six feet and up will feel cramped, if they fit at all. The Lincoln is also weak in this area. If others an inch or two more rear knee room than the TLX, but less rear headroom. see full Acura TLX review |
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