Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Volkswagen Eos | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 101.5 in | 19.6 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 173.5 in | 27.1 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 70.5 in | 5.5 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 56.8 in | 15.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5346 lb. | 3505 lb. | 1841 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.5 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.7 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 35.8 in | 4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 41.5 in | 17.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 32.5 in | 7 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) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 39.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 6.6 | 37.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 72.8 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |