Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3500 428 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 | 21.7 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0.6 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 | 38.7 in | 35.8 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Audi A8 / S8.
2013 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 |