Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 112.2 in | 6 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 190.0 in | 10.2 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 71.7 in | 6.4 in |
Height | 68.4 in | 56.1 in | 12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5269 lb. | 3916 lb. | 1353 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 37.8 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 56.3 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.4 in | -54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.5 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.0 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 55.1 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.4 in | 0.7 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) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 27.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 12.7 | 27.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 76 ft3 |
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |