| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Model | Audi Q7 | Lexus ES | |
| Engine | 4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 109.3 in | 8.9 in |
| Length | 200.2 in | 191.1 in | 9.1 in |
| Width | 78.1 in | 71.1 in | 7 in |
| Height | 68.4 in | 57.1 in | 11.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 5269 lb. | 3580 lb. | 1689 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 37.4 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 57.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 56.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 35.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 29.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 14.7 | 25.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 74 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Audi Q7.
| 2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |