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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2012 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 103.1 in | 5.6 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 174.7 in | 7.6 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.1 in | -1.4 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 67.7 in | -11.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 3254 lb. | 273 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 40.4 in | -3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.6 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.3 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.2 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 49.1 in | 5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 35.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -16.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -53.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Escape
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |
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