| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Model | Audi A8 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
| Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 350 hp@6600 325 lb-ft@3500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 115.9 in | 109.8 in | 6.1 in |
| Length | 199.3 in | 193.7 in | 5.6 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 72.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 57.9 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4288 lb. | 3547 lb. | 741 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 39.4 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 56.5 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.0 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.6 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Audi A8.
| 2011 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |