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Porsche Boxster (2008) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2012) Specs

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2008 Porsche Boxster and 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

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
 
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

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2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review
 
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