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2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class and 2009 BMW 5-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 113.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 196.6 in | 191.1 in | 5.5 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 72.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 55.0 in | 57.8 in | -2.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4654 lb. | 4089 lb. | 565 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.3 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 57.2 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 36.0 in | -5.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 5-Series
| 2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review |
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