| Model Year | 2017 | 2020 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Tesla Model S | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 605 hp@6100 517 lb-ft@1750 |
Electric 778 hp 841 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| 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 | 4464 lb. | 4941 lb. | -477 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 21.7 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 | 14.2 ft3 | 28.4 ft3 | -14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 62.3 ft3 | -48.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi A8 / S8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Tesla Model S.