| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz CLE | |
| Engine | 5.2L V10 DOHC-4v 450 hp@7000 398 lb-ft@3500 |
twincharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 443 hp@5800 413 lb-ft@2200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 115.9 in | 112.8 in | 3.1 in |
| Length | 199.3 in | 191.0 in | 8.3 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 73.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 56.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4586 lb. | 4420 lb. | 166 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 40.3 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 55.7 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.0 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 52.4 in | 5.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.2 in | 3.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.6 ft3 | 11.2 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Audi A8 / S8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE.