| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
6.3L W12 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6200 463 lb-ft@4750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 117.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 202.2 in | -2.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.7 in | -3 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 57.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4599 lb. | 4707 lb. | -108 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.7 gal. | 2.1 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 |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 57.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 38.7 in | -6.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Audi A8 / S8.