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Mercedes-Benz GL (2009) vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs.

2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL Mercedes-Benz S-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,076 mm 3,086 mm 0 mm
Length 5,095 mm 5,159 mm 0 mm
Width 1,930 mm 1,854 mm 0 mm
Height 1,839 mm 1,453 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,395 kg 1,887 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 98 L 87 L 11 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,504 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,521 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 975 mm -974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,509 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 3 970 mm 0 mm 970 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,283 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 869 mm 0 mm 869 mm
Total Legroom 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) 2,073 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 405 L 436 L -31 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,240 L 15.4 -14.4 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,359 L 15.4 -13.4 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL

2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Leg room for tall passengers see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
You can adjust the "multicontour" front seats as follows: height, seat angle, back angle, seat cushion length, seat cushion side bolsters, seat back bolsters, lumbar (both vertically and how much pressure),as well as shoulder support, seat firmness,& more see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Huge, soft reclining chair see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Really like the fact that you could recline in the back seats without disturbing the front occupants. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
My wife refers to it as a sofa on wheels, my daughter sprawls out in the cavernous back seat. I just love the way it drives. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 0 All our family are over 6 foot and there is plenty of room all round. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
 
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