Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 112.4 in | 5.8 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 192.3 in | 7.9 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 71.7 in | 6.4 in |
Height | 68.4 in | 59.3 in | 9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5015 lb. | 4045 lb. | 970 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 56.4 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.9 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 56.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 35.6 in | 1.5 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) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 30.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -13.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 24.4 | 15.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |