Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 101.5 in | -0.7 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 174.1 in | 6.3 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.5 in | 1 in |
Height | 51.1 in | 56.9 in | -5.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4220 lb. | 3508 lb. | 712 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 38.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.7 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.7 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.8 in | -35.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 41.5 in | -41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.5 in | -32.5 in |
Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -31.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |