Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW X7 | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 612 hp@5500 590 lb-ft@2000 |
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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 | 122.2 in | -13.5 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 203.3 in | -21 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 78.7 in | -9 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 71.1 in | -14.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 5860 lb. | -2198 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 21.9 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 41.9 in | -4.8 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 | 39.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.9 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.1 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 37.6 in | -4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.6 in | -36.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.9 in | -47.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 48.6 ft3 | -36.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 90.4 ft3 | -78 ft3 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 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 |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 BMW X7.