Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,002 mm | 3,078 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 5,144 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,984 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,737 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,390 kg | 2,038 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 100 L | 78 L | 22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,600 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 996 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,476 mm | 1,643 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 922 mm | 20 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 963 mm | -64 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,234 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 808 mm | -66 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,733 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,761 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 309 L | 915 L | -606 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,136 L | 2,350 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,512 L | 3,981 L | -1 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Routan.