Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 469 hp@5500 479 lb-ft@1750 |
5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,840 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,686 mm | 4,854 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,847 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,443 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,757 kg | 1,855 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 70 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 958 mm | -16 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 963 mm | -21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 894 mm | 914 mm | -20 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 357 L | 396 L | -39 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review |