| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi A8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
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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 | 115.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 199.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 56.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4894 lb. | 4618 lb. | 276 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 23.8 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.3 in | -0.4 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 | 38.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 57.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.6 in | -5.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.5 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class.
| 2006 Audi A8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 330-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
TOTAL COMFORT. SEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED TO GIVE COMFORT FOR BACK AND LEGS. see full Audi A8 review |