Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Jaguar XJ | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
Engine | supercharged 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 346 kW@6000 575 Nm@2500 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 336 kW@6800 601 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,033 mm | 2,761 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,123 mm | 4,630 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,895 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,448 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,942 kg | 1,661 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 82 L | 66 L | 16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 942 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 937 mm | 43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,481 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 848 mm | 140 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 430 L | 351 L | 79 L |
2012 Jaguar XJ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | This sporty, tailored theme continues with the shape of the 20-way-adjustable front seats. The A8's seats have even more adjustments, yet no matter how much you fiddle with them aren't nearly as form-fitting or as cosseting. The XJ's more precisely shaped, cushy (yet not at all mushy) buckets seem much more tailored to the human form. The space between their modestly sized but firm bolsters can be adjusted to provide more lateral support when this is called for. The only noteworthy shortcoming of the XJ's front seats: though the headrests can be manually adjusted fore-and-aft, even in their most rearward position these press a bit much against the back of my head. Your physique and experience may vary. The rear seats are similarly form-fitting, but without a center console to rob space. see full Jaguar XJ review |
2012 Jaguar XJ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As mentioned when discussing the driving position, the XJ's front seat doesn't feel nearly as roomy as those in the Audi and BMW. But it also feels sportier. What's your priority? see full Jaguar XJ review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Jaguar XJ.
2009 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 |
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 | ||
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 |