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BMW 5-Series (2008) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 BMW 5-Series and 2006 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2008 BMW 5-Series and 2006 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model BMW 5-Series Hyundai Sonata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 107.4 in 6.3 in
Length 191.1 in 188.9 in 2.2 in
Width 72.7 in 72.1 in 0.6 in
Height 57.8 in 58.0 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 3505 lb. 3253 lb. 252 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 17.7 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.7 in 40.1 in -2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 57.4 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.5 in -55.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 43.7 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 38.2 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 56.9 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.3 in -55.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.0 in 37.4 in -1.4 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -3.6 in
Cargo Volume 14.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 -2.3 ft3

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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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Hyundai Sonata

2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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