Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford C-MAX | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
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Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 112.4 in | -8.1 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 192.3 in | -18.7 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 71.7 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 63.9 in | 59.3 in | 4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3607 lb. | 4045 lb. | -438 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 56.4 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 52.4 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.9 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.7 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.1 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 53.8 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 35.6 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.5 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.6 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -16.3 ft3 |
2014 Ford C-MAX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's plenty of space for adults in the back seat of the C-MAX. But the seat is mounted too low to provide thigh support, and between this and the angle of the floor I could find no comfortable way to position my legs and feet. There's a huge amount of headroom, so this was not the limiting factor. Instead, the seat seems to be so low to enable a flat floor when it is folded without requiring that the seat bottom be folded separately from the seat back. Combine the low seat with a high beltline (bottom of the side windows), and children can't see out well. see full Ford C-MAX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford C-MAX.
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |