Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Audi A8 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 101.5 in | 19.5 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 165.4 in | 39 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 70.3 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.3 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 4729 lb. | 3326 lb. | 1403 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.3 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.7 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 52.8 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 35.5 in | 6.8 in |
Total Legroom | 83.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 6.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.6 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | -31.4 ft3 |
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 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |