Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Ford Freestyle | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.9 in | 13.7 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 200.1 in | 2.9 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 74.9 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 68.3 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 4112 lb. | 717 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 58.5 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 39.4 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 57.9 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 40.2 in | -4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 38.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 50.8 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.9 in | -45.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 33.3 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | -6.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 47.9 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 86.1 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Very good for a vehicle of this size - both in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Reasonable space and comfort. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
I needed the 3rd row of seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Third row seating, fold flat rear seats for hauling large items see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Great room in the front (and rear) - very comfortable. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
The third row seat easily accommodates 6+ foot passengers. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Raised third row great for kids. Easy access to third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
3 row seating for kids see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Lots of space for car seats and adults in the second and third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Front seats are extremely comfortable. We were surprised by just how nice they were. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Drivers side left foot rests on pad which is slightly to the right due to the wheel. Takes a while to become acustomed to it. see full Ford Freestyle review |