

Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Audi A8 | Tesla Model S | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 372 hp@6800 328 lb-ft@3500 |
Electric 416 hp 443 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 122.9 in | 116.5 in | 6.4 in |
Length | 207.4 in | 196.0 in | 11.4 in |
Width | 76.7 in | 77.3 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.5 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4453 lb. | 4647 lb. | -194 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.7 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 35.3 in | 3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 55.0 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.9 in | 35.4 in | 7.5 in |
Total Legroom | 84.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 31.6 ft3 | -18.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 ft3 | 63.4 ft3 | -50.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A8.
2012 Tesla Model S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The front seats in the Tesla Model S are reasonably comfortable, but don't look or feel especially luxurious and provide little lateral support in turns. At least in the Performance model the side bolsters should be larger and/or adjustable. The seats in the A7 similarly need more aggressive bolsters. The seats in the S7 have them. see full Tesla Model S review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Tesla Model S.