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2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 4.9L V10 Diesel OHC-2v 310 hp@3750 553 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.4 in | 14.2 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 187.2 in | 15.8 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 75.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 68.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4939 lb. | 5825 lb. | -886 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 57.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 57.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.6 in | 0.6 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) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 31.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -15.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 31.0 | 11.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
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