Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Volvo XC60 | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,913 mm | 2,774 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,788 mm | 4,628 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,890 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,773 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,151 kg | 1,916 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 70 L | 25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,521 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,519 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,367 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 925 mm | -924 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,971 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 833 L | 872 L | -39 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,050 L | 1,909 L | 1 L |
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 |
2012 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review |