Mercedes-Benz GL (2007) vs. Lexus IS (2009) Specs

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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2009 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year	2007	2009
Model	Mercedes-Benz GL	Lexus IS
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	121.1 in	107.5 in	13.6 in
Length	200.3 in	180.1 in	20.2 in
Width	75.6 in	70.9 in	4.7 in
Height	72.4 in	56.1 in	16.3 in
Curb Weight	5249 lb.	3455 lb.	1794 lb.
Fuel Capacity	26.0 gal.	17.2 gal.	8.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.1 in	37.2 in	2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.3 in	54.4 in	3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.1 in	-54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.3 in	43.9 in	-3.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.6 in	36.7 in	3.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.9 in	52.7 in	6.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.5 in	30.6 in	8.9 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)	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	39.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.3 ft³	13.0 ft³	1.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.8 ft³	13.0	30.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	83.3 ft³	13.0 ft³	70.3 ft³

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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 2009 Lexus IS

2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
2010	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review

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