Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Audi A8 | BMW 7-Series | |
Engine | 6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 540 hp@5200 538 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 126.4 in | -5.4 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 205.3 in | -0.9 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 74.9 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.7 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4729 lb. | 4880 lb. | -151 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.7 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.8 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 59.2 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 57.6 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 44.3 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 83.6 in (over 2 rows) | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.6 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
2006 Audi A8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 330-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
TOTAL COMFORT. SEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED TO GIVE COMFORT FOR BACK AND LEGS. see full Audi A8 review |
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