Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3600 455 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 4.9L V10 Diesel OHC-2v 310 hp@3750 553 lb-ft@2000 |
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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 | 114.8 in | 112.4 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 187.2 in | 1.9 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 75.9 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 68.0 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5038 lb. | 5924 lb. | -886 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.7 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 57.4 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 35.6 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2007 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 |