Audi Q7 (2018) vs. Lexus ES (2006) Specs

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2018 Audi Q7 and 2006 Lexus ES Specifications

Model Year	2018	2006
Model	Audi Q7	Lexus ES
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	107.1 in	10.8 in
Length	199.6 in	191.1 in	8.5 in
Width	77.5 in	71.3 in	6.2 in
Height	68.5 in	57.3 in	11.2 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	3472 lb.	1466 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	18.5 gal.	4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	37.6 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	56.8 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	42.2 in	-0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	36.9 in	1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	55.8 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	35.6 in	3.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	0.0 in	35.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	0.0 in	49.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	77.8 in (over 2 rows)	31.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	14.5 ft³	0.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	14.5	23 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	14.5 ft³	57.1 ft³

2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

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2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review

2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review
2007	4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review
2007	4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review

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