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Porsche Boxster (2008) vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2011) Specs

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2008 Porsche Boxster and 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Porsche Boxster Mercedes-Benz S-Class  
Engine 3.4L H6
DOHC-4v
295 hp@6250
251 lb-ft@4400
turbocharged
5.5L V12
OHC-3v
510 hp@5000
612 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 95.1 in 124.6 in -29.5 in
Length 170.4 in 206.5 in -36.1 in
Width 70.9 in 73.7 in -2.8 in
Height 51.0 in 58.0 in -7 in
Curb Weight 2965 lb. 4950 lb. -1985 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 23.8 gal. -6.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 37.8 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 51.7 in 59.1 in -7.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.4 in 59.9 in -6.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.9 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 38.5 in -38.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 58.7 in -58.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 59.4 in -59.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 42.3 in -42.3 in
Total Legroom 41.6 in (over 1 rows) 84.2 in (over 2 rows) -42.6 in
Cargo Volume 9.9 ft3 16.4 ft3 -6.5 ft3

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