Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Subaru WRX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 104.3 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 178.4 in | 180.9 in | -2.5 in |
Width | 68.0 in | 70.7 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 58.1 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3685 lb. | 3433 lb. | 252 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.6 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 52.2 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.3 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 54.2 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.1 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 35.4 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seats are narrow and hard. The centre seat is only usable for very small people on very short trips. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There is no rear seat room. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
fake leather is too cheap for a m-b. seats too hard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |