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Acura RLX (2017) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Acura RLX and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs.

2017 Acura RLX and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year 2017 2008  
Model Acura RLX Mercedes-Benz C-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.2 in 108.7 in 3.5 in
Length 196.1 in 182.3 in 13.8 in
Width 74.4 in 69.7 in 4.7 in
Height 57.7 in 56.3 in 1.4 in
Curb Weight 3969 lb. 3527 lb. 442 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 17.4 gal. 1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.6 in 37.1 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.6 in 54.7 in 4.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.9 in 52.3 in 3.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.7 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 36.9 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.0 in 55.1 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.5 in 54.9 in -0.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.8 in 33.4 in 5.4 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 6 in
Cargo Volume 15.3 ft3 12.4 ft3 2.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Acura RLX

2017 Acura RLX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2018 4dr Sedan Everyone who sits in the back seats comments on the comfort and leg room. see full Acura RLX review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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