Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Volvo XC60 | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 109.2 in | 11.9 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 182.8 in | 17.8 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 74.4 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 67.4 in | 5 in |
Curb Weight | 5434 lb. | 4225 lb. | 1209 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.1 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.7 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.2 in | -54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.2 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.4 in | 3.1 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) | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 36.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 30.8 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 30.8 | 13 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
2008 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 |
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 |
2014 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Volvos have long been renowned for seat comfort, and the XC60 continues this tradition with seats that are thoroughly supportive without being as firm as those in the Cadillac and in the German crossovers. This said, some people might find the headrests overly intrusive. The Inscription Package adds power lumbar adjusters to both seats. Otherwise these adjusters are manual. Notable in its absence: front seat ventilation, offered in the Audi and Cadillac, isn't an option in the XC60. Also, no massage. see full Volvo XC60 review |
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