Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Audi TT | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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 | 121.0 in | 97.2 in | 23.8 in |
Length | 201.6 in | 164.5 in | 37.1 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 72.5 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 53.5 in | 19.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5687 lb. | 3252 lb. | 2435 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 37.7 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 53.2 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 32.6 in | 7.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 47.5 in | 10.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 29.2 in | 9.3 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) | 70.3 in (over 2 rows) | 43.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 13.1 | 36.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 24.7 ft3 | 69.1 ft3 |
2014 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is just a little longer than the Audi Q7 (201.6 vs. 200.3 inches), and isn't as wide (76.4 vs. 78.1 inches). But the Mercedes is considerably taller (72.8 vs. 68.4 inches) and not nearly as curvy. Which might explain how it is far roomier than the much sleeker Audi. Combined legroom for all three rows is 107.6 inches in the Q7 vs. 113.8 inches in the GL-Class, a large difference. The Q7's space deficit grows the farther back you sit. For adults to even fit in the Audi's third row without extreme discomfort, those in the second row must slide their seats forward to the point that they are themselves short on knee room. While the new GL350's third row sits too low to provide thigh support, it's not nearly as cramped. Further evidence that Audi didn't intend the Q7's third row for frequent use: the second-row seat doesn't do a good job of getting out of the way, making the path in and out of the way-back perhaps the tightest I've experienced. The second-row seat in the GL-Class tips forward to open up a much wider path. If manually tipping the seat is too much of a chore (perhaps because you'e a five-year-old and haven't yet learned to read this), $400 buys a power assist. But even with this option the seat must be manually returned to its upright position, so the point eludes me. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL.
2009 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good front seat support and comfort. Long drives in this car are enjoyable. see full Audi TT review |
2009 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
They are a great shelf see full Audi TT review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Other than a small child you really cant fit much in the back seat but I dont mind that see full Audi TT review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
This is a two seater. nice place to put the brief case. see full Audi TT review |