Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Saab 9-3 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 105.3 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 182.4 in | 14.2 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 69.3 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 56.4 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4085 lb. | 3530 lb. | 555 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.1 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.9 in | 3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.4 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 44.7 in | 9.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 32.3 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | -0.1 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 |
2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Great seats. Very supportive of back and upper thighs. Don't have tightness in shoulders and neck anymore on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limited knee room in front with rear facing car seat behind. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats are very comfortable, but those with longer legs (especially thighs) might have trouble getting in a comfortable position. Tall drivers may find some awkwardness with all around reach. I.E. The steering wheel doesn't telescope far enough f see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
No space. see full Saab 9-3 review |