Model Year | 2007 | 2019 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Hyundai Santa Fe XL | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 110.2 in | 10.9 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 193.1 in | 7.2 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 74.2 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 66.5 in | 5.9 in |
Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 4178 lb. | 1071 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.9 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.3 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.4 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 35.7 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 53.9 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.1 in | -44.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 30.9 in | 3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 40.9 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 80.0 ft3 | 3.3 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 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL.