Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SLK | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 265 lb-ft@4900 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 110.4 in | -14.7 in |
Length | 160.7 in | 191.6 in | -30.9 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 72.2 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 51.0 in | 58.5 in | -7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3295 lb. | 3481 lb. | -186 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 56.9 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.4 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.0 in | -57 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.1 in | -39.1 in |
Total Legroom | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -39 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -6.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.