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BMW 5-Series (2010) vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 BMW 5-Series and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class specs.

2010 BMW 5-Series and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications

Model Year 2010 2006  
Model BMW 5-Series Mercedes-Benz E-Class  
Engine 5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100		 supercharged
5.4L V8
OHC-3v
469 hp@6100
516 lb-ft@2650		  
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 112.4 in 1.3 in
Length 191.1 in 189.7 in 1.4 in
Width 72.7 in 71.7 in 1 in
Height 57.8 in 57.0 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 4089 lb. 3990 lb. 99 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 21.1 gal. -2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.7 in 39.1 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 56.4 in 0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 52.4 in -52.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 41.9 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 37.8 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 56.1 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.8 in -53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.0 in 35.6 in 0.4 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 0 in
Cargo Volume 14.0 ft3 15.9 ft3 -1.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 5-Series

2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2006 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 I could fall asleep in this thing. Great seat heaters and adjustability. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2005 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The seat room for front passengers is excellent, and there is still enough room for rear passengers. We had an Acura TL before, and it was far less roomy than the E500. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2005 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 headroom, legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2005 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 headroom,legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
 
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