Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,639 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,095 mm | 4,514 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,930 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,839 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,425 kg | 1,609 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 60 L | 38 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,288 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 874 mm | -873 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 0 mm | 970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,283 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 869 mm | 0 mm | 869 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 776 L | -371 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 27.4 | -26.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 1,781 L | 1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |