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Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Cadillac DTS | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 115.6 in | 5.5 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 207.6 in | -7 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 74.8 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 57.6 in | 14.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 4009 lb. | 1271 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.3 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 60.0 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.5 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 59.2 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.7 in | -55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 42.0 in | -2.5 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) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | 29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 18.8 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 18.8 | 25 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 18.8 ft3 | 64.5 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Cadillac DTS.