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2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2009 Audi A3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| 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 2009 Audi A3
| 2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 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 |
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