| Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CLK | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 475 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 523 hp@5500 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 117.1 in | -10.2 in |
| Length | 183.2 in | 194.6 in | -11.4 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 73.5 in | -5 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 58.2 in | -2.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3700 lb. | 4372 lb. | -672 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 38.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.7 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 37.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 55.9 in | -6.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 45.9 in | 0.0 in | 45.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 36.5 in | -3.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.4 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 | -8.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW 5-Series.