| Model Year | 2020 | 2011 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Honda Element | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 101.4 in | 15.7 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 169.9 in | 24.7 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 71.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 70.4 in | -12.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3746 lb. | 3515 lb. | 231 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 43.3 in | -4.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 57.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.0 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.0 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.2 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.6 in | -47.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.7 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | -55.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW 5-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Honda Element.