Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 121.2 in | -10.6 in |
Length | 185.2 in | 202.5 in | -17.3 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 76.9 in | -5 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 68.9 in | -12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 4335 lb. | -625 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 63.0 in | -7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 64.7 in | -10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 36.3 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.3 | 83.0 ft3 | -65.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.5 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -90.5 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Padding a bit stiff see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Too narrow see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Huh, never have, never will sit in the back of this car...It is a hoot to drive see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |