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Audi A4 / S4 (2018) vs. BMW 5-Series (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Audi A4 / S4 and 2008 BMW 5-Series specs.

2018 Audi A4 / S4 and 2008 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2018 2008  
Model Audi A4 / S4 BMW 5-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.0 in 113.7 in -2.7 in
Length 186.1 in 191.1 in -5 in
Width 72.5 in 72.7 in -0.2 in
Height 56.2 in 57.8 in -1.6 in
Curb Weight 3450 lb. 3505 lb. -55 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 18.5 gal. -1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 37.7 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 57.3 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.5 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 37.9 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.5 in 57.2 in -2.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.7 in 36.0 in -0.3 in
Total Legroom 77 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -0.5 in
Cargo Volume 13.0 ft3 14.0 ft3 -1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Audi A4 / S4

2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2017 Before the 2009 model year redesign, the Audi A4's back seat was too tight for adults of more than average size, and marginal even for these. With the 2017 the back seat has grown yet again. Not only this, but the cushion is higher off the floor than in previous A4s or in competitors, such that it's now the most comfortable in the class. This said, the rear doors could open more widely, such that I struggled to get a decent photo of the rear seat. Since its 2014 model year redesign the Lexus IS has had a passably roomy rear seat, but it can't match the Audi's for comfort. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Pressed to come up with another con, I might offer the front seats. There's nothing bad about them. There's just nothing outstanding about them, either. Those in the sport-trim Lexus provide more lateral support and feel more comfortable to me. (With seats personal impressions are bound to vary, so definitely evaluate them yourself.) see full Audi A4 / S4 review
 

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2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review
2007 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
best seats on the market today see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review
2007 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review
 
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