| Model Year | 2013 | 2024 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 583 hp@6800 479 lb-ft@4750 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 617 hp@6000 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.5 in | 117.1 in | -11.6 in |
| Length | 182.6 in | 194.2 in | -11.6 in |
| Width | 76.3 in | 78.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 49.3 in | 69.1 in | -19.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3726 lb. | 5498 lb. | -1772 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.9 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.7 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 60.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 0.0 in | 63.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.4 in | -39.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.1 in | -58.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.2 ft3 | 33.9 ft3 | -27.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.2 ft3 | 72.3 ft3 | -66.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 BMW X5.