Model Year | 2007 | 2017 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 103.9 in | 17.2 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 180.9 in | 19.4 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 70.7 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 66.4 in | 6 in |
Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 3624 lb. | 1625 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.0 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.0 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.5 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.0 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 0.0 in | 34 in |
Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 32.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 34.4 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |