| Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLB | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 221 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@1800 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 115.5 in | -4.1 in |
| Length | 182.4 in | 191.1 in | -8.7 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 76.1 in | -3.9 in |
| Height | 65.3 in | 69.5 in | -4.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3759 lb. | 5335 lb. | -1576 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 60.0 in | -4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.0 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 34.8 in | 0.0 in | 34.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.8 in | 0.0 in | 43.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 0.0 in | 29.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 31.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.0 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.0 | 21.9 ft3 | 0.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.0 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 BMW X5.