Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Porsche Macan | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 110.5 in | 10.6 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 184.3 in | 16.3 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 76.1 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 63.4 in | 9 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 4112 lb. | 1168 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 6.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 0.0 in | 40.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 0.0 in | 58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 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) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 114 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 17.7 | 26.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 53.0 ft3 | 30.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Porsche Macan.