Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@4000 406 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.9 in | 121.1 in | -7.2 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 200.6 in | -11.8 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 76.0 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 72.4 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4974 lb. | 5423 lb. | -449 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 58.3 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 40.6 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 58.9 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 39.5 in | -4.6 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 | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -37.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.1 | 43.8 ft3 | -11.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -12.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg.
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |