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2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Ford Explorer | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 113.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 196.6 in | 193.4 in | 3.2 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 73.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Height | 55.0 in | 72.8 in | -17.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4085 lb. | 4440 lb. | -355 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 58.9 in | -4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 36.9 in | -6.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -41.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.3 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -71.4 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 2007 Ford Explorer
| 2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
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