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BMW 3-Series (2020) vs. BMW 5-Series (2009) Specs

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2020 BMW 3-Series and 2009 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2020 2009  
Model BMW 3-Series BMW 5-Series  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
382 hp@5800
369 lb-ft@1800
5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,850 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,717 mm 4,854 mm 0 mm
Width 1,826 mm 1,847 mm 0 mm
Height 1,443 mm 1,468 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,746 kg 1,855 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 59 L 70 L -11 L
Headroom, Row 1 983 mm 958 mm 25 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,422 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,067 mm 1,054 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 963 mm -8 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,387 mm 1,453 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 894 mm 914 mm -20 mm
Total Legroom 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 479 L 396 L 83 L

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2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review
2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review
 
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