| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| Model | Audi A8 | Audi A6 / S6 | |
| Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 372 hp@6800 328 lb-ft@3500 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 350 hp@6600 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.8 in | 111.9 in | 5.9 in |
| Length | 202.2 in | 193.5 in | 8.7 in |
| Width | 76.7 in | 73.0 in | 3.7 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 57.5 in | 0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4409 lb. | 4211 lb. | 198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.1 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 55.9 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 36.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A8.
| 2010 Audi A6 / S6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is average, no better. see full Audi A6 / S6 review |