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 | 3,002 mm | 2,850 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,826 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,984 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,737 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,390 kg | 1,776 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 100 L | 71 L | 29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,382 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 940 mm | 51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,476 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,306 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 925 mm | 17 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,234 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 0 mm | 742 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,733 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 309 L | 360 L | -51 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,136 L | 12.7 | -11.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,512 L | 12.7 | -10.7 L |
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 |