Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
Model | Audi A8 | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,073 mm | 3,073 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,192 mm | 5,121 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,895 mm | 1,941 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,145 kg | 2,580 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 100 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,046 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 1,016 mm | 972 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,074 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 988 mm | -988 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 889 mm | -889 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,123 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 413 L | 453 L | -40 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.6 | 1,399 L | 13.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.6 | 2,656 L | 12.6 |
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 |
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