Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 100.8 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 178.5 in | 3.8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.5 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 51.0 in | 5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 4564 lb. | -902 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 37.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.0 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.9 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.9 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 0.0 in | 36.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 0.0 in | 33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 32.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.