Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Porsche Panamera | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 590 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 540 hp@6000 516 lb-ft@2250 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 115.0 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 194.5 in | 195.6 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 76.0 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 55.8 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 4420 lb. | 4343 lb. | 77 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 51.9 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.9 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 38.2 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 51.7 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 33.3 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 44.6 ft3 | -29.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Porsche Panamera.