Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 106.9 in | 10 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 183.2 in | 9.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 68.5 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 55.4 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4343 lb. | 3705 lb. | 638 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.1 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.2 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.0 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 49.3 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.9 in | -45.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 33.0 in | 3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 2.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 | 8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 5-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.