| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Honda Fit | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 99.6 in | 21.5 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 161.4 in | 39.2 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 67.0 in | 9 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 60.0 in | 12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 2522 lb. | 2758 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 15.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.5 in | -51.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.5 in | 3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 52.6 in | 6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.1 in | -45.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.3 in | 0.2 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) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -2.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 16.6 | 27.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 52.7 ft3 | 30.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Honda Fit.