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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specs.

2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz M-Class  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
302 hp@6500
273 lb-ft@3500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 126.6 in 114.7 in 11.9 in
Length 203.1 in 188.5 in 14.6 in
Width 77.1 in 75.2 in 1.9 in
Height 65.4 in 69.8 in -4.4 in
Curb Weight 4960 lb. 4623 lb. 337 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 25.1 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.9 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.3 in 59.9 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.8 in 42.2 in -2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.4 in 39.8 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 59.8 in -0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 40.0 in -3.8 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) 82.2 in (over 2 rows) 26.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.2 ft3 29.4 ft3 -14.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.2 ft3 29.4 12.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.0 ft3 72.4 ft3 12.6 ft3

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2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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