Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
Model | Audi A8 | Mercedes-Benz SLC | |
Engine | 6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 362 hp@5500 384 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,944 mm | 2,431 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,062 mm | 4,135 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,895 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,303 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,095 kg | 1,606 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 60 L | 30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 947 mm | 965 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 0 mm | 965 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,080 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 413 L | 181 L | 232 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.6 | 286 L | -271.4 |
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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