Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 126.6 in | -8.4 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 203.0 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 75.7 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 68.4 in | 65.4 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 5015 lb. | 4829 lb. | 186 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 25.1 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 60.3 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.8 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.4 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 59.6 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.2 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 37.2 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 52.8 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 32.4 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | 3.7 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 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The STANDARD leather seating surfaces on the 2006 front seats - way better feel than artico leather. The adjustment range to get things just right and the head rest. Very cozy. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3 row seating see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This has to be, by far, the roomiest Mercedes period. Back seat comfort, even in the third row, is unmatched. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seating for 6. Great for kids. Easy to get into. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |