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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 200 kW@6000 350 Nm@2400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 124 kW@5800 217 Nm@4000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,216 mm | 2,576 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,156 mm | 4,300 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,661 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,190 kg | 1,617 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 60 L | 35 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,532 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,026 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,209 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 993 mm | -74 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 0 mm | 945 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,341 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 433 L | 736 L | -303 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,195 L | 26.0 | -25 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,407 L | 2,183 L | 0 L |
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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