Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | 6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 327 kW@6000 602 Nm@3950 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 298 kW@5500 610 Nm@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,990 mm | 2,969 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,039 mm | 4,905 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,902 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,491 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,195 kg | 1,985 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 88 L | 70 L | 18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,029 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 973 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 917 mm | 28 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 510 L | 521 L | -11 L |
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 |