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BMW 3-Series (2006) vs. Volvo XC60 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 BMW 3-Series and 2011 Volvo XC60 specs.

2006 BMW 3-Series and 2011 Volvo XC60 Specifications

Model Year 2006 2011  
Model BMW 3-Series Volvo XC60  
Engine 3.2L I6
DOHC-4v
333 hp@7900
262 lb-ft@4900
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@2100
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.7 in 109.2 in -0.5 in
Length 178.2 in 182.2 in -4 in
Width 71.5 in 74.4 in -2.9 in
Height 55.8 in 67.4 in -11.6 in
Curb Weight 3680 lb. 4225 lb. -545 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 38.0 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.4 in 56.7 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.2 in -54.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 41.2 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 38.1 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 55.2 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.8 in -53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 36.4 in -1.8 in
Total Legroom 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) -1.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.8 ft3 30.8 ft3 -6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.0 ft3 67.4 ft3 -9.4 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2011 Volvo XC60

2011 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review
 
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