Audi A8 / S8 (2018) vs. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (2006) Specs

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2018 Audi A8 / S8 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Specifications

Model Year	2018	2006
Model	Audi A8 / S8	Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
Engine	turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 605 hp@6100 517 lb-ft@1750	turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	2dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.8 in	113.6 in	4.2 in
Length	202.6 in	196.6 in	6 in
Width	76.7 in	73.1 in	3.6 in
Height	57.4 in	55.0 in	2.4 in
Curb Weight	4685 lb.	4654 lb.	31 lb.
Fuel Capacity	21.7 gal.	23.2 gal.	-1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.2 in	36.9 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.1 in	59.3 in	-0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.1 in	-0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.1 in	36.8 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.8 in	54.6 in	3.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.7 in	30.8 in	7.9 in
Total Legroom	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	72.9 in (over 2 rows)	7.2 in
Cargo Volume	14.2 ft³	12.3 ft³	1.9 ft³

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2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review

2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review

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