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Volvo V50 (2008) vs. Mercedes-Benz GL (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo V50 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL specs.

2008 Volvo V50 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Volvo V50 Mercedes-Benz GL  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
4.7L V8
DOHC-4v
335 hp@6000
339 lb-ft@2700
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 121.1 in -17.2 in
Length 177.7 in 200.6 in -22.9 in
Width 69.7 in 76.0 in -6.3 in
Height 57.2 in 72.4 in -15.2 in
Curb Weight 3548 lb. 5280 lb. -1732 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 26.0 gal. -10.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 40.1 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 58.3 in -3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 0.0 in 53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 40.3 in 1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 40.6 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.1 in 58.9 in -4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 50.7 in 0.0 in 50.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.4 in 39.5 in -5.1 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 in (over 2 rows) 114 in (over 3 rows) -38 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 27.4 ft3 14.3 ft3 13.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 27.4 43.8 ft3 -16.4
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 2008 Volvo V50

2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL

2009 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
 
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