Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Subaru Impreza / WRX | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 104.1 in | 4.6 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 180.3 in | 2 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 68.5 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 57.6 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 2911 lb. | 616 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 14.6 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 39.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.6 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.2 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.5 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 52.2 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 35.4 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
2010 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 |
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 | ||
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 |
2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The lumbar support is slightly lacking for me, but I have dancer-like posture so it could just be my preference. The seats are very plush and well-designed otherwise... go sit in one. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |