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2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class and 2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 116.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 193.1 in | 6.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 57.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 4376 lb. | 514 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 40.5 in | -3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.3 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.2 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 36.1 in | -3.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 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 |
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