Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3550 406 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 400 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.8 in | 113.1 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 202.2 in | 191.7 in | 10.5 in |
Width | 76.7 in | 73.0 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 57.7 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4465 lb. | 4059 lb. | 406 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 37.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.8 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 56.9 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 35.8 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
2014 Audi A8 / S8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The A8's seats can be adjusted just about every way its possible to adjust a seat. While they do provide proper support, they're firm and don't mold themselves to the human form, at least not mine. They are very good seats, but those in the Jaguar are better and those in the BMW are best of all, both more supportive and more luxurious. see full Audi A8 / S8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Audi A8 / S8.
2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |