Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Ford Mustang | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
supercharged 5.4L V8 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6000 480 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 107.1 in | 5.3 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 187.6 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 73.9 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 55.4 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 4027 lb. | 3920 lb. | 107 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 55.4 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 53.6 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.7 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 34.7 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 53.4 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 46.8 in | 7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 30.3 in | 5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.8 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 |
2007 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
2007 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Coupe supercharged 500hp 5.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
waste of space, no good for seating, so should have been made for storage see full Ford Mustang review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
There is very little rear leg room, but this car isn't meant to be a people carrier. It is nice that there are rear seats, but anyone that is not a small child will have a hard time sitting in the back. see full Ford Mustang review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |