Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Porsche Panamera | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 440 hp@6700 384 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.0 in | 114.8 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 197.0 in | 189.1 in | 7.9 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 75.2 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 70.7 in | -14.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4254 lb. | 5238 lb. | -984 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 38.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 58.5 in | -6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.3 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.5 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 58.4 in | -6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 38.4 in | -5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.6 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -26.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Porsche Panamera.
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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