Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Toyota Venza | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 109.3 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 192.3 in | 189.0 in | 3.3 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 75.0 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 59.3 in | 63.4 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3760 lb. | 285 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 60.0 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 56.0 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.2 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.3 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 59.0 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 56.5 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.1 in | -3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -10 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 | -1.2 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 |
2010 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
can be reclined 14° see full Toyota Venza review |