Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Porsche Panamera | |
Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6000 516 lb-ft@2250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 115.0 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 195.6 in | 1 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 76.0 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 55.8 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4654 lb. | 4343 lb. | 311 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 51.9 in | 7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.9 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 51.7 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 33.3 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 44.6 ft3 | -32.3 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 Porsche Panamera.