| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 101.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 157.4 in | 21.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 68.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 56.1 in | -5.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4065 lb. | 2750 lb. | 1315 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 10.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 39.9 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 51.2 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | -30.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 40.7 ft3 | -30.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mini Hardtop.