Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLK | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@1950 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 106.9 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 180.2 in | -1.9 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 71.4 in | 1 in |
Height | 66.9 in | 56.2 in | 10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4034 lb. | 3693 lb. | 341 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.2 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 49.0 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.6 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 37.9 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 55.5 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 55.2 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 33.3 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.3 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.7 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 40.8 ft3 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
When the front seats are positioned comfortably aft for a six footer, the second row passengers have way too little leg room. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped and uncomfortable for anyone over 5 feet tall. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and I are 5.9 and 5.5 respectively. kids can easily kick the seat (whcih in the Benz you want there feet off things). Not bad in sense it feels roomy when in it, but if you are looking for LOTS of space, look elsewhere. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We've only had the GLK-350 for a week. The backseat seems a little on the small side. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
small see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2006 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 177hp 2.0L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
one word? SUPER. one time drove 15 hours, couple of rest stops, futher nothing the mather. see full Volvo S60 review |
2006 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough rear seat legroom for a car in this class. see full Volvo S60 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Minimal rear seat leg room. Our kids are 9 & 8 - we are having to look for a replacement car as they are getting too big for this one. To offset the front seats are as comfortable as I have experienced in a car. Now considering an S80 or XC70. see full Volvo S60 review |