| Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 621 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2300 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 605 hp@6100 517 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 122.9 in | 1.7 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 207.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 76.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 57.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4969 lb. | 4464 lb. | 505 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 37.2 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 59.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.4 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 57.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 43.1 in | 42.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | 84.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Audi A8 / S8.