Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Audi TT | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 97.2 in | 23.9 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 164.5 in | 36.1 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 72.5 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 53.5 in | 18.9 in |
Curb Weight | 5434 lb. | 3219 lb. | 2215 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 9.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.7 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.2 in | 5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 32.6 in | 8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 47.5 in | 11.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 29.2 in | 10.3 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) | 70.3 in (over 2 rows) | 43.7 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 | 24.7 ft3 | 58.6 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 |
2011 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Never had a two seater with this much room for a 6 footer plus. Total comfort all around see full Audi TT review |
2011 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
I like the looks, but there is a downside. As a geezer, getting in and out of the car is not easy. You sit down low, and it has these little gangster windows. see full Audi TT review |
2010 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
if you can call them rear seats... literally zero leg room or headroom in the back. rear seats (if you can call them that) is only fit for children or short people with no legs... see full Audi TT review |