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Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2012) Specs

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2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class  
Engine turbocharged
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
577 hp@5500
590 lb-ft@1750
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
481 hp@6800
443 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.2 in 108.7 in 4.5 in
Length 192.1 in 180.7 in 11.4 in
Width 73.0 in 69.7 in 3.3 in
Height 57.1 in 56.3 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 4431 lb. 3924 lb. 507 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 17.4 gal. 3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 37.1 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.8 in 54.7 in 3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 52.3 in -52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.7 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.2 in 36.9 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 55.0 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.9 in -54.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 33.4 in 2.4 in
Total Legroom 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 2 in
Cargo Volume 16.4 ft3 12.4 ft3 4 ft3

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