Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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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 | 112.6 in | 8.5 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 188.9 in | 11.4 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 74.7 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 70.2 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 4612 lb. | 637 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.0 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.4 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 34.6 in | 4.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 35.5 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 30.1 in | 3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 8.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 43.3 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |