| Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW X4 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 503 hp@5950 442 lb-ft@2600 |
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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 | 112.8 in | -4.1 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 187.5 in | -6.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 75.5 in | -5.8 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 63.8 in | -7.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3924 lb. | 4590 lb. | -666 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 40.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 57.5 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.7 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.0 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 35.5 in | -2.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | -6.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 | -38.1 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 2020 BMW X4.