Model Year | 2021 | 2012 | |
Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 563 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 114.8 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 208.7 in | 189.1 in | 19.6 in |
Width | 76.6 in | 75.2 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 58.6 in | 70.7 in | -12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5302 lb. | 5238 lb. | 64 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 58.5 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 40.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.5 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 58.4 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 38.4 in | 5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 85.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 7.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.5 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -23.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -58.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Audi A8 / S8.
2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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