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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) vs. Audi A4 / S4 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2012 Audi A4 / S4 specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2012 Audi A4 / S4 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class Audi A4 / S4  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 126.6 in 110.6 in 16 in
Length 203.0 in 185.2 in 17.8 in
Width 75.7 in 71.9 in 3.8 in
Height 65.4 in 56.2 in 9.2 in
Curb Weight 4829 lb. 3590 lb. 1239 lb.
Fuel Capacity 25.1 gal. 16.9 gal. 8.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.0 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.3 in 55.5 in 4.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.8 in 41.3 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.4 in 37.5 in 2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 54.3 in 5.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 35.2 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in 0.0 in 37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.8 in 0.0 in 52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.4 in 0.0 in 32.4 in
Total Legroom 108.4 in (over 3 rows) 76.5 in (over 2 rows) 31.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.3 ft3 12.4 ft3 2.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.2 ft3 12.4 29.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.0 ft3 12.4 ft3 72.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Audi A4 / S4

2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6
7-speed automated manual AWD
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
 
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