Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Cadillac CTS | |
Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
supercharged 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 556 hp@6100 551 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 113.4 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 188.5 in | 8.1 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 74.1 in | -1 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 55.9 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4654 lb. | 4248 lb. | 406 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 56.0 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 34.6 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 50.9 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.7 in | -47.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 35.0 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
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 |
2015 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first two generations of the CTS were "in between" cars larger than a BMW 3-Series but more compact than a BMW 5-Series. Contented and priced like the former, they weren't pitched as competitors to the latter. With the third-generation sedan this has changed. The new CTS leaves the 3er for the ATS and goes head-to-head with the 5er. However, the 2014's exterior and interior are only a bit more expansive than those of the 2008-2013 car. Also, the rear doors do not open wide enough for easy entry. You'll still find a roomier, more comfortable, easier to access rear seat in the 5-Series, even if the official specs suggest otherwise. see full Cadillac CTS review |
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