Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,789 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,088 mm | 4,823 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,920 mm | 1,925 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,839 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,381 kg | 2,121 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 91 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,435 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,415 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 836 mm | -835 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 978 mm | 871 mm | 107 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,283 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 864 mm | 744 mm | 120 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,639 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 255 L | 150 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 1,311 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 2,515 L | 0 L |
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 |
2010 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review |