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2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2009 Volkswagen Routan Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Volkswagen Routan | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 121.2 in | 5.4 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 202.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 76.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 68.9 in | -3.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4949 lb. | 4621 lb. | 328 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 63.0 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 64.7 in | -5.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 37.9 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 62.0 in | -9.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 31.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -40.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -56 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
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