Model Year | 2007 | 2020 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,690 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,088 mm | 4,595 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,920 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,839 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,381 kg | 1,583 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 55 L | 43 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,379 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,212 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 978 mm | 0 mm | 978 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,283 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 864 mm | 0 mm | 864 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 1,065 L | 404 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 37.6 | -36.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 0 L | 2 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 |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |