Audi A7 / S7 (2013) vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2009) Specs

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2013 Audi A7 / S7 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications

Model Year	2013	2009
Model	Audi A7 / S7	Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine	turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@5500 406 lb-ft@1400	6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	7-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	114.7 in	112.4 in	2.3 in
Length	195.6 in	192.3 in	3.3 in
Width	75.2 in	71.7 in	3.5 in
Height	55.9 in	59.3 in	-3.4 in
Curb Weight	4508 lb.	4332 lb.	176 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.8 gal.	21.1 gal.	-1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	36.9 in	39.6 in	-2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.2 in	56.4 in	0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	52.4 in	-52.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	41.9 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.6 in	37.7 in	-1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.9 in	56.1 in	-0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.0 in	35.6 in	1.4 in
Total Legroom	78.3 in (over 2 rows)	77.5 in (over 2 rows)	0.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.5 ft³	24.4 ft³	0.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.0 ft³	68.9 ft³	-12.9 ft³

2013 Audi A7 / S7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Among luxury cars, Audis have my least favorite seats. They're less cushy and less coddling than the others. They're firm, and seem to want your body to adapt to them rather than the other way around. In the A7, seat adjustments are limited to the usual plus four-way lumbar. The seat's smallish bolsters are spaced fairly widely, and only frequenting all-you-can-eat buffets can bring them closer. This said, one day I drove the A7 for 600 miles and emerged without a hint of back soreness. So maybe the seats do know what's best for me. Perhaps they could teach a thing or two to the door-mounted arm rest. It's overly firm, and my left elbow did get sore. see full Audi A7 / S7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Audi A7 / S7.

2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008	4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review

2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review

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