| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
| Model | Infiniti M | Audi A8 | |
| Engine | 4.5L V8 DOHC-4v 325 hp@6400 336 lb-ft@4000 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 372 hp@6800 328 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 117.8 in | -3.6 in |
| Length | 192.6 in | 202.2 in | -9.6 in |
| Width | 70.8 in | 76.7 in | -5.9 in |
| Height | 59.4 in | 57.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4005 lb. | 4409 lb. | -404 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.2 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.2 in | 41.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 57.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
| 2007 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ample, yet feels built for speed see full Infiniti M review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are better padded than the 2006 and more comfortable see full Infiniti M review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I sit very tall, and have lots of headroom in this car see full Infiniti M review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of leg space. very comfortable seats see full Infiniti M review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfy, yet generally supportive. Highly adjustable with two memory options. Cooled and heated seats are wonderful. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Most front leg room compared to similar vehicles at the time. Even rear leg room fair. First car I owned with rear view camera still working well with great color and resolution. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2007 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Plenty see full Infiniti M review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Great--the Sport model has really good side bolstering and adjustable lumbar support + heated AND cooled seats. see full Infiniti M review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A8.