Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Tesla Model Y | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
Electric 456 hp 497 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 113.8 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 187.0 in | -4.7 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 75.6 in | -5.9 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 63.9 in | -7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 4416 lb. | -754 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 41.0 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.4 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.8 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.8 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.4 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.0 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 50.6 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 40.5 in | -7.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 68.0 | -55.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Tesla Model Y.