Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Hyundai Genesis | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 429 hp@6400 376 lb-ft@5000 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 108.7 in | 6.9 in |
Length | 196.3 in | 182.3 in | 14 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 69.7 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.3 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4046 lb. | 3662 lb. | 384 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.3 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 37.1 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.7 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 52.3 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.3 in | 41.7 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.9 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 55.1 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 54.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 33.4 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 7.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
2012 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2010 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 |