Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6400 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 114.2 in | 6.9 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 197.2 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 77.2 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 69.6 in | 2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 4290 lb. | 990 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 19.5 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.2 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 60.7 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.8 in | -56.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 60.4 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.1 in | -56.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 41.7 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 37.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 57.1 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 30.7 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 47.8 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 79.8 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2013 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.