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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2006 Honda Element Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Honda Element | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@5800 160 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 101.4 in | 25.2 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 169.3 in | 33.7 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 71.5 in | 4.2 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 70.4 in | -5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 3565 lb. | 1264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 9.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 43.3 in | -3.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 57.1 in | 3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.0 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.0 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 52.2 in | 7.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.6 in | -47.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 39.1 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 28.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 26.0 | 16.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 77.1 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2008 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Honda Element
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Honda Element.
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