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2011 BMW 5-Series and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Ford Explorer | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 113.7 in | 3.2 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 193.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 72.8 in | -15.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3814 lb. | 4440 lb. | -626 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.4 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 58.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -36.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 43.9 ft3 | -25.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -65.3 ft3 |
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 2007 Ford Explorer
| 2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 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 |
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