Model Year | 2006 | 2020 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 493 hp@5000 590 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 563 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 123.2 in | -9.6 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 208.7 in | -12.1 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 76.6 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 58.6 in | -3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4473 lb. | 5302 lb. | -829 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 21.7 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.3 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.5 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.5 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 57.6 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 44.3 in | -13.5 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 85.8 in (over 2 rows) | -12.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | -0.2 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 2020 Audi A8 / S8.