Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 113.7 in | -5 in |
Length | 185.0 in | 191.1 in | -6.1 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.7 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 57.8 in | -2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3685 lb. | 4089 lb. | -404 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 37.7 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 57.3 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.5 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 37.9 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 48.9 in | 57.2 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 36.0 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Fits like a glove. Heated & Ventilated seats. Proper support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) review |
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
best seats on the market today see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review |