Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi TT | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 360 hp@5500 343 lb-ft@1650 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.2 in | 112.4 in | -15.2 in |
Length | 164.5 in | 192.3 in | -27.8 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 71.7 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 53.5 in | 59.3 in | -5.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3306 lb. | 4332 lb. | -1026 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 39.6 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 56.4 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.9 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.6 in | 37.7 in | -5.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.5 in | 56.1 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 35.6 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 70.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -11.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.7 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -44.2 ft3 |
2013 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Never had a two seater with this much room for a 6 footer plus. Total comfort all around see full Audi TT review |
2013 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
I like the looks, but there is a downside. As a geezer, getting in and out of the car is not easy. You sit down low, and it has these little gangster windows. see full Audi TT review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 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 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 |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 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 |