| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Audi Q5 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 110.5 in | 2.7 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 182.2 in | 12.3 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 74.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 65.1 in | -9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 3957 lb. | 298 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.7 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 41.1 in | -4.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 39.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.4 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 37.4 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 19.1 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 55.1 ft3 | -39.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Audi Q5.