| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Porsche Boxster | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | 3.4L H6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6250 251 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 114.8 in | -19.7 in |
| Length | 170.4 in | 189.1 in | -18.7 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 75.2 in | -4.3 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 70.7 in | -19.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3053 lb. | 5238 lb. | -2185 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -7.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 58.5 in | -6.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.4 in | -58.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.4 in | -38.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 41.6 in (over 1 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -37.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -26.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -61.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Porsche Boxster.
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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