| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Honda Element | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 101.4 in | 14.9 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 169.3 in | 31.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 70.4 in | -14.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4619 lb. | 3433 lb. | 1186 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 43.3 in | -6.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 55.0 in | 7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 52.2 in | 3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 47.6 in | 8.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 39.1 in | -6.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 77.1 ft3 | -63.6 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 Honda Element.