| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
| Model | Porsche Boxster | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
| Engine | 3.4L H6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@6400 266 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 116.3 in | -21.2 in |
| Length | 172.1 in | 199.4 in | -27.3 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 73.7 in | -2.8 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 55.8 in | -4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2987 lb. | 4895 lb. | -1908 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 36.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 59.3 in | -7.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 62.0 in | -8.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.4 in | -36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 41.6 in (over 1 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | -32.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Porsche Boxster.
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |