Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 109.8 in | 11.3 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 189.2 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 75.2 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 69.3 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 4505 lb. | 744 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.0 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.8 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.2 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 34.6 in | 4.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 32.9 in | 5.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 56.7 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 24.1 in | 9.9 in |
Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 13.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 36.6 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | 8.2 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 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |