Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Audi A8 | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | 6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 331 kW@6200 580 Nm@4000 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 246 kW@7900 355 Nm@4900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,944 mm | 2,494 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,062 mm | 4,112 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,895 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,267 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,095 kg | 1,460 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 55 L | 35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 947 mm | 947 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,334 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 0 mm | 965 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,067 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 413 L | 337 L | 76 L |
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 |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |