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Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2010) vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs.

2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications

Model Year 2010 2006  
Model Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class  
Engine 6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
451 hp@6800
443 lb-ft@5000
supercharged
5.4L V8
OHC-3v
493 hp@6100
516 lb-ft@2750
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.7 in 116.7 in -8 in
Length 182.3 in 198.5 in -16.2 in
Width 69.7 in 73.0 in -3.3 in
Height 56.3 in 57.2 in -0.9 in
Curb Weight 3662 lb. 4120 lb. -458 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.4 gal. 23.0 gal. -5.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.1 in 37.6 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 59.2 in -4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 59.9 in -7.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in 41.3 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 38.4 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 58.3 in -3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 59.4 in -4.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.4 in 35.6 in -2.2 in
Total Legroom 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 76.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.8 in
Cargo Volume 12.4 ft3 15.4 ft3 -3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Leg room for tall passengers see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
You can adjust the "multicontour" front seats as follows: height, seat angle, back angle, seat cushion length, seat cushion side bolsters, seat back bolsters, lumbar (both vertically and how much pressure),as well as shoulder support, seat firmness,& more see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Huge, soft reclining chair see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Really like the fact that you could recline in the back seats without disturbing the front occupants. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
My wife refers to it as a sofa on wheels, my daughter sprawls out in the cavernous back seat. I just love the way it drives. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 0 All our family are over 6 foot and there is plenty of room all round. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
 
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