| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 115.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 191.1 in | 9.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 69.5 in | -13.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4619 lb. | 4982 lb. | -363 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 23.0 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 60.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.0 in | 2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.0 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 36.6 in | -4.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.5 | 21.9 ft3 | -8.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -48.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 BMW X5.