Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2012) Specs

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year	2013	2012
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750	turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3600 455 lb-ft@1600
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	7-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	114.8 in	-13.3 in
Length	165.4 in	189.1 in	-23.7 in
Width	70.3 in	75.2 in	-4.9 in
Height	58.3 in	70.7 in	-12.4 in
Curb Weight	3025 lb.	5038 lb.	-2013 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	24.6 gal.	-10.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	38.9 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	58.5 in	-3.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	40.3 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.5 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	58.4 in	-5.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	38.4 in	-2.9 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	-2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	36.2 ft³	-21.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	71.0 ft³	-25 ft³

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review

2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review

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