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BMW 5-Series (2011) vs. Subaru Forester (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 5-Series and 2008 Subaru Forester specs.

2011 BMW 5-Series and 2008 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model BMW 5-Series Subaru Forester  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,969 mm 2,525 mm 0 mm
Length 4,905 mm 4,486 mm 0 mm
Width 1,859 mm 1,735 mm 0 mm
Height 1,463 mm 1,651 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,730 kg 1,436 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 60 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,029 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,359 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,311 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,107 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 973 mm 1,008 mm 972 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,427 mm 1,361 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,311 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 917 mm 856 mm 61 mm
Total Legroom 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) 1,963 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 521 L 906 L -385 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.4 1,634 L 17.4

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 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
2011 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 2008 Subaru Forester

2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lost of room for the kids. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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