Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Cadillac CTS | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
supercharged 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 556 hp@6100 551 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 114.6 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 195.5 in | -4.5 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 72.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.2 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4027 lb. | 4242 lb. | -215 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 56.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 53.8 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.6 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.8 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 53.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.4 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2014 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first two generations of the CTS were "in between" cars larger than a BMW 3-Series but more compact than a BMW 5-Series. Contented and priced like the former, they weren't pitched as competitors to the latter. With the third-generation sedan this has changed. The new CTS leaves the 3er for the ATS and goes head-to-head with the 5er. However, the 2014's exterior and interior are only a bit more expansive than those of the 2008-2013 car. Also, the rear doors do not open wide enough for easy entry. You'll still find a roomier, more comfortable, easier to access rear seat in the 5-Series, even if the official specs suggest otherwise. see full Cadillac CTS review |
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