| Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
| Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 112.6 in | -2 in |
| Length | 185.1 in | 197.1 in | -12 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 78.9 in | -7 in |
| Height | 56.2 in | 70.4 in | -14.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 4921 lb. | -986 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.6 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 61.3 in | -5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.5 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 61.0 in | -6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 39.8 in | -4.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -37.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 43.8 ft3 | -31.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -68.3 ft3 |
| 2013 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
| 2013 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Explorer.