Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 106.3 in | 14.8 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 184.1 in | 16.5 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 74.4 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 67.9 in | 4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 5346 lb. | 4022 lb. | 1324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 6.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.5 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.6 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.6 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.8 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 34.8 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 53.9 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 31.3 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |