Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400 |
5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.5 in | 114.7 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 188.5 in | 2.6 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 75.2 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 69.5 in | 69.8 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5335 lb. | 4743 lb. | 592 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 59.9 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 42.2 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 59.8 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 40.0 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -22.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.9 ft3 | 29.4 | -7.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.8 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -10.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 BMW X5.
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |