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2011 BMW 5-Series and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,969 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,905 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,463 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,730 kg | 2,014 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 85 L | -15 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 983 mm | -10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 937 mm | -20 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 521 L | 385 L | 136 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 1,243 L | 17.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 2,370 L | 16.4 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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