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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 106.3 in | 14.8 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 185.8 in | 14.5 in |
| Width | 75.6 in | 71.5 in | 4.1 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 55.5 in | 16.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 3281 lb. | 1968 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 8.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.3 in | -3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.6 in | 3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.7 in | 3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.4 in | -54.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.2 in | 3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 0.0 in | 34 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 34.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.6 | 30.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 69.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima
| 2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
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