Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | Cadillac CTS | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 563 hp@6800 479 lb-ft@4750 |
supercharged 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 556 hp@6100 551 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.5 in | 113.4 in | -7.9 in |
Length | 182.6 in | 191.6 in | -9 in |
Width | 76.3 in | 72.5 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 49.3 in | 58.0 in | -8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3573 lb. | 4222 lb. | -649 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 4.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 56.7 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 55.1 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
Total Legroom | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | -36.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 6.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
2009 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
supportive but comfortable for a long trip see full Cadillac CTS review |
2009 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ingress is tight, limited legroom. see full Cadillac CTS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats are a little snug, but bareable. However, if someone is pretty tall they might bump their head on the ceiling. see full Cadillac CTS review |