| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
| Model | Audi A8 | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | |
| Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 372 hp@6800 328 lb-ft@3500 |
supercharged 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 493 hp@6100 516 lb-ft@2750 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 122.9 in | 112.2 in | 10.7 in |
| Length | 207.4 in | 185.6 in | 21.8 in |
| Width | 76.7 in | 71.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 77.8 in | -19.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4453 lb. | 5590 lb. | -1137 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 42.2 in | -5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 53.7 in | 5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.5 in | -51.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 52.5 in | -11.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 56.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.9 in | 41.9 in | 1 in |
| Total Legroom | 84.3 in (over 2 rows) | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | -10.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 | -32 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -66.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.