Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) vs. Mini Hardtop (2010) Specs

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2010 Mini Hardtop Specifications

Model Year	2008	2010
Model	Mercedes-Benz GL	Mini Hardtop
Engine	5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850
Transmission	7-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	2dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	121.1 in	97.1 in	24 in
Length	200.6 in	145.6 in	55 in
Width	76.0 in	66.3 in	9.7 in
Height	72.4 in	55.4 in	17 in
Curb Weight	5434 lb.	2668 lb.	2766 lb.
Fuel Capacity	26.0 gal.	10.6 gal.	15.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.1 in	38.8 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.3 in	50.3 in	8 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.3 in	41.4 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.6 in	37.6 in	3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.9 in	44.7 in	14.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.5 in	29.9 in	9.6 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.2 in	0.0 in	38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	50.5 in	0.0 in	50.5 in
Legroom, Row 3	34.2 in	0.0 in	34.2 in
Total Legroom	114 in (over 3 rows)	71.3 in (over 2 rows)	42.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.3 ft³	5.7 ft³	8.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.8 ft³	5.7	38.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	83.3 ft³	24.0 ft³	59.3 ft³

2008 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
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

2010 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review
2009	2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review

2010 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review
2009	2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD	I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review
2009	2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD	There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review
2009	2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review
2009	2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review

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