| Model Year | 2021 | 2011 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 563 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2000 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6200 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 113.1 in | 10.1 in |
| Length | 208.7 in | 191.7 in | 17 in |
| Width | 76.6 in | 73.0 in | 3.6 in |
| Height | 58.6 in | 57.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5302 lb. | 4058 lb. | 1244 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 37.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 35.8 in | 8.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 85.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 8.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Audi A8 / S8.
| 2011 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 |