Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Honda Civic | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 104.3 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 174.8 in | 5.6 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 68.9 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 51.1 in | 53.5 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4220 lb. | 2593 lb. | 1627 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 38.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 53.9 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.0 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.6 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.1 in | -52.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 30.3 in | -30.3 in |
Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | -30 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |