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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2009 BMW 5-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 113.7 in | -12.9 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 191.1 in | -10.7 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.7 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 51.1 in | 57.8 in | -6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4274 lb. | 4089 lb. | 185 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 37.7 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 57.3 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.5 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.0 in | -36 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | -6.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 5-Series
| 2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review |
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