Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Cadillac Escalade | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
supercharged 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 682 hp@6000 653 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 120.9 in | -12.2 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 211.9 in | -29.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 81.1 in | -11.4 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 76.7 in | -20.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 6217 lb. | -2555 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 42.3 in | -5.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 65.5 in | -10.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 61.7 in | -9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 44.5 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.9 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 64.6 in | -9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 61.2 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 41.7 in | -8.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.7 in | -62.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.4 in | -49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 121.1 in (over 3 rows) | -46 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 25.5 ft3 | -13.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 72.9 ft3 | -60.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 121.0 ft3 | -108.6 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 2023 Cadillac Escalade.