| Model Year | 2014 | 2019 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 450 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 600 hp@5700 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 4WD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 117.1 in | -8.4 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 194.6 in | -13.9 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.5 in | -3.8 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3924 lb. | 4370 lb. | -446 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 38.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.7 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 55.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 36.5 in | -3.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 BMW 5-Series.