| Model Year | 2012 | 2024 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Audi SQ8 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 500 hp@5500 568 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 117.9 in | -9.2 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 196.6 in | -15.9 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 78.5 in | -8.8 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 67.2 in | -10.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3924 lb. | 5214 lb. | -1290 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.5 in | -4.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.5 in | -3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 40.2 in | -6.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.8 in (over 2 rows) | -6.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | -18.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | -48.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Audi SQ8.