Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Porsche Boxster | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
3.4L H6 DOHC-4v 315 hp@6700 266 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 97.4 in | 18.9 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 172.2 in | 27.2 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.9 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 50.5 in | 5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4895 lb. | 2976 lb. | 1919 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.6 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 51.7 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 53.4 in | 8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 31.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 9.9 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Porsche Boxster.