| Model Year | 2008 | 2022 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | supercharged 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 493 hp@6100 516 lb-ft@2750 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 563 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 123.1 in | -10.9 in |
| Length | 185.6 in | 209.5 in | -23.9 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 76.6 in | -5.3 in |
| Height | 77.8 in | 58.3 in | 19.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 5590 lb. | 5126 lb. | 464 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.4 gal. | 21.7 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 38.3 in | 3.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 59.1 in | -5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.5 in | 0.0 in | 51.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 41.5 in | 11 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 44.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | 85.8 in (over 2 rows) | 8.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.2 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.5 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 67 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Audi A8 / S8.