Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Lexus IS | |
Engine | 5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 384 lb-ft@6100 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 107.5 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 180.1 in | 11 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 70.9 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 56.1 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3780 lb. | 232 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 37.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.4 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 43.9 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 36.7 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 52.7 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 30.6 in | 5.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
2006 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I have 20 way power seats w/ lumbar. very nice. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2006 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I'm 5' 9" and the front seat room semed cavernous to me. I once had a 6' 5" passenger in the front seat who voiced no complaint. 10. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
My car did not have either the sports seats nor the comfort seats, both of which I tried and found superior; significantly so. The 'base' seats in my car were not the best seats I've ever had in a car although in fairness, they did not punish my lower back as once did the seats in my Infiniti G35x. They were adequate; more an ally than a foe. They also lacked meaningful thigh or side bolsters and so were clearly the choice of Buick-minded buyers, and so did not invite spirited driving. I score thm a 6. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review |