Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | |
Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 563 hp@6800 479 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 105.5 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 182.6 in | 14 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 76.3 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 49.3 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4654 lb. | 3571 lb. | 1083 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.4 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 63.2 in | -63.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 0.0 in | 30.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 31.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 | 6.1 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.