Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
supercharged 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 469 hp@6100 516 lb-ft@2650 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 112.4 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 189.7 in | 9.7 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 71.7 in | 2 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 57.0 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4599 lb. | 3990 lb. | 609 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.1 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 56.4 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 52.4 in | 9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.1 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.8 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 35.6 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I could fall asleep in this thing. Great seat heaters and adjustability. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat room for front passengers is excellent, and there is still enough room for rear passengers. We had an Acura TL before, and it was far less roomy than the E500. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom, legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom,legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |