

Model Year | 2024 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 375 hp@5200 398 lb-ft@1850 |
6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 444 hp@6000 406 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 118.1 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 199.2 in | 203.7 in | -4.5 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 74.9 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 59.6 in | 57.1 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4341 lb. | 5399 lb. | -1058 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 59.6 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 57.8 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 43.1 in | -6.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 84.8 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 BMW 5-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.