Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 102.5 in | 13.8 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 174.3 in | 25.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 71.2 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 66.3 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4485 lb. | 3433 lb. | 1052 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.1 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 56.2 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.1 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 54.8 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 35.8 in | -3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 23.0 ft3 | -10.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.9 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -43.2 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 |
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |