| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Audi A8 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 115.9 in | -7.2 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 199.3 in | -18.6 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 74.6 in | -4.9 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3924 lb. | 4618 lb. | -694 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 37.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.1 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.0 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 57.5 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 37.6 in | -4.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
| 2006 Audi A8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 330-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
TOTAL COMFORT. SEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED TO GIVE COMFORT FOR BACK AND LEGS. see full Audi A8 review |