| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Honda Element | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 116.3 in | -14.9 in |
| Length | 169.9 in | 199.4 in | -29.5 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 73.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 55.8 in | 14.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 4485 lb. | -1052 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 36.9 in | 6.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 62.0 in | -7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.2 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 55.2 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 56.0 in | -8.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 32.2 in | 6.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |