| Model Year | 2007 | 2022 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Audi Q7 | |
| Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 248 hp@5000 273 lb-ft@1600 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 117.9 in | 3.2 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 199.3 in | 1 in |
| Width | 75.6 in | 77.6 in | -2 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 68.5 in | 3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 4806 lb. | 443 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 35.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 49.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 29.2 in | 4.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 109.7 in (over 3 rows) | 4.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 37.5 ft3 | 6.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 71.6 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Audi Q7.