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2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and 2013 Hyundai Genesis Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Hyundai Genesis | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 429 hp@6400 376 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 115.6 in | 9 in |
| Length | 205.0 in | 196.3 in | 8.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 58.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4895 lb. | 4046 lb. | 849 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 19.3 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.4 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 58.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 44.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 38.6 in | 3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Leg room for tall passengers see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
You can adjust the "multicontour" front seats as follows: height, seat angle, back angle, seat cushion length, seat cushion side bolsters, seat back bolsters, lumbar (both vertically and how much pressure),as well as shoulder support, seat firmness,& more see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Huge, soft reclining chair see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Really like the fact that you could recline in the back seats without disturbing the front occupants. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
My wife refers to it as a sofa on wheels, my daughter sprawls out in the cavernous back seat. I just love the way it drives. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 0 | All our family are over 6 foot and there is plenty of room all round. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Genesis
| 2013 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 |
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