Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Tesla Model S | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 354 hp@5400 369 lb-ft@1370 |
Electric 416 hp 443 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 116.5 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 186.1 in | 196.0 in | -9.9 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 77.3 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 56.5 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3858 lb. | 4647 lb. | -789 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.7 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.3 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 55.0 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 35.4 in | 0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 31.6 ft3 | -18.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 63.4 ft3 | -50.4 ft3 |
2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi A4 / S4.
2013 Tesla Model S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The front seats in the Tesla Model S are reasonably comfortable, but don't look or feel especially luxurious and provide little lateral support in turns. At least in the Performance model the side bolsters should be larger and/or adjustable. The seats in the A7 similarly need more aggressive bolsters. The seats in the S7 have them. see full Tesla Model S review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Tesla Model S.