Model Year | 2017 | 2011 | |
Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Lexus IS | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 605 hp@6100 517 lb-ft@1750 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,992 mm | 2,731 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,146 mm | 4,575 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,948 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,458 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,125 kg | 1,715 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 82 L | 65 L | 17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 945 mm | 945 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,374 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 932 mm | 36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,468 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 777 mm | 206 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 402 L | 368 L | 34 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi A8 / S8.
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |