| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 555 hp@6000 500 lb-ft@5650 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 115.5 in | -6.8 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 191.2 in | -8.9 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 76.1 in | -6.4 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 69.9 in | -13.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 5368 lb. | -1706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 39.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 60.0 in | -5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.0 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 36.6 in | -3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 21.9 ft3 | -9.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -49.4 ft3 |
| 2010 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 |
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 | 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 |
| 2010 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW X5.