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Porsche Cayenne (2014) vs. Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Porsche Cayenne and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL specs.

2014 Porsche Cayenne and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications

Model Year 2014 2008  
Model Porsche Cayenne Mercedes-Benz GL  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
240 hp@3500
406 lb-ft@1750
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
215 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1400
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 114.0 in 121.1 in -7.1 in
Length 190.8 in 200.6 in -9.8 in
Width 76.3 in 76.0 in 0.3 in
Height 67.4 in 72.4 in -5 in
Curb Weight 4795 lb. 5313 lb. -518 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.4 gal. 26.0 gal. -3.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 0.0 in 40.1 in -40.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 0.0 in 58.3 in -58.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 0.0 in 40.3 in -40.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 40.6 in -40.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 58.9 in -58.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 39.5 in -39.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.2 in -38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 50.5 in -50.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.2 in -34.2 in
Total Legroom 0 in (over 1 rows) 114 in (over 3 rows) -114 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.7 ft3 14.3 ft3 9.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 23.7 43.8 ft3 -20.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 62.9 ft3 83.3 ft3 -20.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Porsche Cayenne

2014 Porsche Cayenne Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The 14 way memory seats with a/c fit the bill with 2 drivers of varying heights and my need to keep cool duirng 3 years of treatment for a life threatening disease see full Porsche Cayenne review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2007 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
 
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