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2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2007 Audi A3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Audi A3 | |
| Engine | 5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 101.5 in | 13.2 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 168.7 in | 19.8 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 69.5 in | 5.7 in |
| Height | 69.8 in | 56.0 in | 13.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4743 lb. | 3660 lb. | 1083 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 54.3 in | 5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.9 in | 2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 52.8 in | 7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 34.8 in | 5.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Audi A3
| 2007 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review |
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