Mercedes-Benz GL (2010) vs. Audi A3 (2011) Specs

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2010 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2011 Audi A3 Specifications

Model Year	2010	2011
Model	Mercedes-Benz GL	Audi A3
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600	turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4200 236 lb-ft@1750
Transmission	7-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	121.1 in	101.5 in	19.6 in
Length	200.6 in	168.7 in	31.9 in
Width	76.0 in	69.5 in	6.5 in
Height	72.4 in	56.0 in	16.4 in
Curb Weight	5423 lb.	3362 lb.	2061 lb.
Fuel Capacity	26.0 gal.	15.0 gal.	11 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.1 in	38.1 in	2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.3 in	54.3 in	4 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.3 in	41.2 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.6 in	36.9 in	3.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.9 in	52.8 in	6.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.5 in	34.8 in	4.7 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)	76 in (over 2 rows)	38 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.3 ft³	13.1 ft³	1.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.8 ft³	13.1	30.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	83.3 ft³	54.6 ft³	28.7 ft³

2010 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

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