Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 493 hp@5000 590 lb-ft@1800 |
6.3L W12 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6200 463 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 117.8 in | -4.2 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 202.2 in | -5.6 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 76.7 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 57.5 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4473 lb. | 4707 lb. | -234 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 21.7 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.4 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.1 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 57.8 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 38.7 in | -7.9 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1.9 ft3 |
2006 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 |
2006 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 2015 Audi A8 / S8.