BMW 3-Series (2006) vs. BMW X5 (2006) Specs

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2006 BMW 3-Series and 2006 BMW X5 Specifications

Model Year	2006	2006
Model	BMW 3-Series	BMW X5
Engine	3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900	4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6200 369 lb-ft@3500
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	111.0 in	-2.3 in
Length	178.2 in	183.7 in	-5.5 in
Width	71.5 in	73.7 in	-2.2 in
Height	55.8 in	67.5 in	-11.7 in
Curb Weight	3680 lb.	5016 lb.	-1336 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	24.6 gal.	-8.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.5 in	39.9 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.4 in	58.0 in	-2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.5 in	39.3 in	2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.0 in	38.5 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	57.2 in	-2.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.6 in	35.4 in	-0.8 in
Total Legroom	76.1 in (over 2 rows)	74.7 in (over 2 rows)	1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.8 ft³	23.8 ft³	1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	58.0 ft³	54.4 ft³	3.6 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW 3-Series

2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD	More padding, slightly larger than e46 sport seats, fully adjustable side bolsters and the Dakota leather seems thicker and softer than the e-46 leather. see full BMW 3-Series review
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	back support see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD	Heated, 8-way, with lumbar control: seems to have comfort covered for most drivers (wheel does not telescope). see full BMW 3-Series review
2005	2dr Coupe 333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD	My M3 is the only sports car I found that will comfortably fit a baby seat in the rear. :) see full BMW 3-Series review

2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD	very little leg room. see full BMW 3-Series review
2007	2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	I have the coupe, the back seats are just an afterthought. see full BMW 3-Series review
2007	4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Too small & cramped. Fit and finish was much less desirable than my past 1998 5 series BMW. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD	Small. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Entering and exiting and overall seat comfort are not designed for taller or larger drivers see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	A little tight for taller adults. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The rear seats are comfortable, but due to the size of/shortness of the car there is not much legroom, a full size adult will have trouble getting their feet into the footwells. Mind you, the trunk space is immense for such a small car. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD	There is little foot room and the ride is rough. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	cramped see full BMW 3-Series review
2006	4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	what room see full BMW 3-Series review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW X5

2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review

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