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BMW X3 (2006) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 BMW X3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs.

2006 BMW X3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model BMW X3 Mercedes-Benz C-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,797 mm 2,761 mm 0 mm
Length 4,564 mm 4,630 mm 0 mm
Width 1,854 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,676 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,825 kg 1,600 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 67 L 66 L 1 L
Headroom, Row 1 968 mm 942 mm 26 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,417 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,328 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,021 mm 1,059 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 960 mm 937 mm 23 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,407 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,394 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 909 mm 848 mm 61 mm
Total Legroom 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 850 L 351 L 499 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,010 L 12.4 -10.4 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW X3

2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review
2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review
2006 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats are underpadded and undercontoured see full BMW X3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. 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
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 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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