Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Nissan Xterra | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 106.3 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 178.7 in | 3.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.8 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 74.9 in | -18.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 4150 lb. | -623 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 39.9 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.3 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.9 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.3 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.3 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 46.1 in | 8.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 34.4 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -22.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -53.3 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 |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |