Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | 6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 438 hp@6000 444 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.7 in | 116.9 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 193.1 in | 5.3 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 73.2 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 57.6 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4376 lb. | 463 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.3 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 56.2 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.1 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.0 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 BMW 7-Series.
2011 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 |
2011 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 |