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Mercedes-Benz SL (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs.

2012 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Mercedes-Benz SL 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
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,560 mm 2,761 mm 0 mm
Length 4,582 mm 4,630 mm 0 mm
Width 1,816 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,298 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,939 kg 1,661 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 80 L 66 L 14 L
Headroom, Row 1 958 mm 942 mm 16 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,372 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,369 mm 1,328 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,090 mm 1,059 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 0 mm 937 mm -937 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,400 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,394 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 0 mm 848 mm -848 mm
Total Legroom 1,090 mm (over 1 row) 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 204 L 351 L -147 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 289 L 12.4 276.6 L

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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