Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1900 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 114.8 in | -14 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 189.1 in | -10.6 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 75.2 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 51.0 in | 70.7 in | -19.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4455 lb. | 5238 lb. | -783 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 38.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 58.5 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 40.3 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.4 in | -58.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.4 in | -38.4 in |
Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -35.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.3 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -28.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -60.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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