| Model Year | 2024 | 2011 | |
| Model | Audi Q8 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5700 369 lb-ft@2800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 126.6 in | -8.7 in |
| Length | 196.6 in | 203.0 in | -6.4 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 77.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 67.2 in | 65.4 in | 1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5049 lb. | 4949 lb. | 100 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 39.8 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 60.3 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 59.6 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 36.2 in | 4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.8 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -26.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.5 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 30.5 | 42.2 ft3 | -11.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.7 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -24.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Audi Q8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.