Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 444 hp@6000 406 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 118.1 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 185.1 in | 203.7 in | -18.6 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 74.9 in | -3 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 57.1 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 5399 lb. | -1464 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.2 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.6 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 57.8 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 43.1 in | -7.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 84.8 in (over 2 rows) | -8.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | -0.6 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 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.