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2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,165 mm | 2,761 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,207 mm | 4,630 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,473 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,115 kg | 1,661 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 66 L | 24 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 942 mm | 18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,328 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 937 mm | 41 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,394 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,074 mm | 848 mm | -847 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,139 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 462 L | 351 L | 111 L |
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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
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