Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 112.4 in | 2.3 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 187.2 in | 1.3 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 75.9 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 69.8 in | 68.0 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4623 lb. | 5300 lb. | -677 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.7 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 57.7 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 57.4 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 35.6 in | 4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |