| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
| Model | Porsche Boxster | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
| Engine | 3.4L H6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6250 251 lb-ft@4400 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 108.7 in | -13.6 in |
| Length | 170.4 in | 180.7 in | -10.3 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 69.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 54.8 in | -3.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 4034 lb. | -1069 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 37.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.0 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.3 in | -50.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 33.0 in | -33 in |
| Total Legroom | 41.6 in (over 1 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | -33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
| 2007 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD |
sport seats provide a lot of support see full Porsche Boxster review |
| 2007 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD |
no rear seat see full Porsche Boxster review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.