Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 536 hp@5500 590 lb-ft@2000 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 116.3 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 206.5 in | 199.4 in | 7.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in | 0 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 55.8 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4741 lb. | 4599 lb. | 142 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 23.8 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 36.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 59.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 62.0 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.4 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 55.2 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.4 in | 56.0 in | 3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 32.2 in | 10.1 in |
Total Legroom | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 9.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |