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2010 BMW 5-Series and 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | 5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,885 mm | 2,913 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,856 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,847 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,925 kg | 2,310 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 95 L | -25 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 1,013 mm | 954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,420 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,011 mm | 954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,427 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 914 mm | 1,016 mm | 913 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 498 L | 833 L | -335 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,651 L | 2,050 L | -1 L |
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 | ||
| 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 |
| 2010 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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