Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Hyundai Genesis | |
Engine | supercharged 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 469 hp@6100 516 lb-ft@2650 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 385 hp@6500 333 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 115.6 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 195.9 in | -6.2 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 73.4 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 58.3 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3990 lb. | 4012 lb. | -22 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.3 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 58.3 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 54.3 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 44.3 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 54.3 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.6 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I could fall asleep in this thing. Great seat heaters and adjustability. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat room for front passengers is excellent, and there is still enough room for rear passengers. We had an Acura TL before, and it was far less roomy than the E500. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom, legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom,legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |