Model Year | 2007 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 443 hp@5500 479 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 120.7 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 196.8 in | 2.6 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.8 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 61.4 in | -5.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 4894 lb. | -4 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 41.4 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.3 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 57.7 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 41.8 in | -9.6 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.4 in (over 2 rows) | -8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.9 ft3 | 63.0 ft3 | -50.1 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
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