Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.9L V10 Diesel OHC-2v 310 hp@3750 553 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3400 400 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 121.1 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 200.6 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 76.0 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 72.4 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5924 lb. | 5512 lb. | 412 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 26.0 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.1 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.3 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 40.6 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 58.9 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.5 in | -3.9 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 | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -37.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.0 | 43.8 ft3 | -12.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -12.3 ft3 |
2007 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.