Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Ford Fusion | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 107.4 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 190.6 in | 6 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 72.2 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 56.9 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4085 lb. | 3285 lb. | 800 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 5.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.4 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 56.5 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 37.1 in | -6.3 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -4.2 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 |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |