Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Element | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 108.7 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 169.3 in | 182.3 in | -13 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 69.7 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 56.3 in | 14.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3371 lb. | 3527 lb. | -156 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 37.1 in | 6.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 54.7 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 52.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.7 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.9 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 55.1 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 54.9 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 33.4 in | 5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.1 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 64.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Honda Element.
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | 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 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |