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2010 Volkswagen Routan and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Routan | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 126.6 in | -5.4 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 203.0 in | -0.5 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 75.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 65.4 in | 3.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 4829 lb. | -208 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 60.3 in | 2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 59.6 in | 5.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 37.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 52.8 in | 9.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 32.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 | 40.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | 56 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Routan
| 2010 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 |
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 |
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