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BMW 5-Series (2011) vs. Volvo XC90 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 5-Series and 2012 Volvo XC90 specs.

2011 BMW 5-Series and 2012 Volvo XC90 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model BMW 5-Series Volvo XC90  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,969 mm 2,860 mm 0 mm
Length 4,905 mm 4,798 mm 0 mm
Width 1,859 mm 1,897 mm 0 mm
Height 1,463 mm 1,783 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,730 kg 2,061 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 80 L -10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,029 mm 1,008 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,407 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,041 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 973 mm 975 mm -2 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,427 mm 1,458 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,374 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 917 mm 879 mm 38 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 902 mm -902 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 765 mm -765 mm
Total Legroom 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 521 L 249 L 272 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 18.4 1,226 L 17.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.4 2,410 L 16.4

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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 2012 Volvo XC90

2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review
 
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