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Porsche Boxster (2006) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Porsche Boxster and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs.

2006 Porsche Boxster and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Porsche Boxster Mercedes-Benz C-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 95.1 in 108.7 in -13.6 in
Length 170.4 in 182.3 in -11.9 in
Width 70.9 in 69.7 in 1.2 in
Height 51.0 in 56.3 in -5.3 in
Curb Weight 2855 lb. 3527 lb. -672 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 17.4 gal. -0.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 37.1 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 51.7 in 54.7 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.4 in 52.3 in 1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.7 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.9 in -36.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.1 in -55.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.9 in -54.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 33.4 in -33.4 in
Total Legroom 41.6 in (over 1 rows) 75.1 in (over 2 rows) -33.5 in
Cargo Volume 9.9 ft3 12.4 ft3 -2.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Porsche Boxster

2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed manual RWD
sport seats provide a lot of support see full Porsche Boxster review
2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed manual RWD
no rear seat see full Porsche Boxster review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2009 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2009 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
 
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