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Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2006) vs. Audi A3 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2010 Audi A3 specs.

2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2010 Audi A3 Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Mercedes-Benz M-Class Audi A3  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
 
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 4623 lb. 3479 lb. 1144 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

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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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2010 Audi A3

2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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