| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Audi TT | |
| Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 97.2 in | 17.5 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 164.5 in | 24 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 72.5 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 71.5 in | 53.5 in | 18 in |
| Curb Weight | 4795 lb. | 3218 lb. | 1577 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 53.2 in | 6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 32.6 in | 7.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 47.5 in | 12.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 29.2 in | 10.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 70.3 in (over 2 rows) | 11.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 24.7 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 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 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2008 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good front seat support and comfort. Long drives in this car are enjoyable. see full Audi TT review |
| 2008 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
They are a great shelf see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Other than a small child you really cant fit much in the back seat but I dont mind that see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
This is a two seater. nice place to put the brief case. see full Audi TT review |