Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 108.7 in | 0 in |
Length | 185.0 in | 182.3 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 69.7 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 56.3 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3685 lb. | 3662 lb. | 23 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 37.1 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 48.9 in | 55.1 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 33.4 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Fits like a glove. Heated & Ventilated seats. Proper support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |