| Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
| Engine | 5.2L V10 DOHC-4v 450 hp@7000 398 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 496 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 126.6 in | -5.6 in |
| Length | 204.4 in | 208.2 in | -3.8 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 76.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 59.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4697 lb. | 4762 lb. | -65 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 22.1 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 42.1 in | -4.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 59.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 59.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 43.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 83.6 in (over 2 rows) | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.6 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Audi A8 / S8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.