Model Year | 2021 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Cadillac STS | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 603 hp@5750 627 lb-ft@2500 |
supercharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 469 hp@6400 439 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 123.4 in | 116.4 in | 7 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 196.3 in | 8.7 in |
Width | 79.9 in | 72.6 in | 7.3 in |
Height | 71.8 in | 57.6 in | 14.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5828 lb. | 4233 lb. | 1595 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.6 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.6 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.9 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 57.4 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 38.3 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.6 in | 0.0 in | 34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 116.8 in (over 3 rows) | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 35.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.7 ft3 | 13.8 | 28.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
2006 Cadillac STS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 320-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very tight legroom. see full Cadillac STS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 254-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No room in the back...even tight for kids. see full Cadillac STS review |