| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 469 hp@5500 479 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 567 hp@6000 553 lb-ft@2200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 115.5 in | -3.7 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 193.2 in | -8.7 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 76.3 in | -5 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 69.4 in | -12.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3829 lb. | 5260 lb. | -1431 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.4 gal. | -4.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 40.5 in | -3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 60.5 in | -5.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.3 in | -3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 36.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 22.9 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 66.0 ft3 | -53.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 BMW X5.