| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi A6 / S6 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
5.2L V10 DOHC-4v 435 hp@6800 398 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 111.9 in | 4.4 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 193.5 in | 5.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 57.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4895 lb. | 4519 lb. | 376 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.8 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 55.9 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 36.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Audi A6 / S6.