| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
| Model | Audi A8 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) | |
| Engine | 6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 115.9 in | 108.7 in | 7.2 in |
| Length | 199.3 in | 185.0 in | 14.3 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 70.3 in | 4.3 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 55.0 in | 1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4618 lb. | 3685 lb. | 933 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 40.2 in | -2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.1 in | 5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 35.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 48.9 in | 8.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 33.0 in | 4.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -1.3 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 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Coupe 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Fits like a glove. Heated & Ventilated seats. Proper support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) review |