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2008 BMW 5-Series and 2006 BMW Z4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | BMW Z4 | |
| Engine | 5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 98.2 in | 15.4 in |
| Length | 191.2 in | 161.9 in | 29.3 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 70.1 in | 2.6 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 49.9 in | 8.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4243 lb. | 3219 lb. | 1024 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 37.3 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 52.5 in | 4.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.0 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 0.0 in | 36 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.6 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.3 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 5-Series
| 2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
best seats on the market today see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW Z4
| 2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
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