| Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
| Model | BMW 7-Series | Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 445 hp@5500 480 lb-ft@2000 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 362 hp@5750 376 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 106.9 in | 14 in |
| Length | 199.8 in | 183.2 in | 16.6 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 68.5 in | 6.4 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 55.4 in | 2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4575 lb. | 3700 lb. | 875 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.1 in | 3.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 53.2 in | 6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.8 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 49.3 in | 7.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.9 in | -45.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 33.0 in | 5.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.7 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.