Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Pontiac Torrent | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 112.5 in | 8.6 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 188.8 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 71.4 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 69.3 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 3660 lb. | 1620 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 9.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.7 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.1 in | -51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 40.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.9 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.2 in | -0.7 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) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 32.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -20.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 35.2 | 8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 | 14.7 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 |
2007 Pontiac Torrent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat slides for and aft making for lots of leg room or more cargo space when you need it. I also like the center armrest and upright position. see full Pontiac Torrent review |