BMW X3 (2013) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2006) Specs

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2013 BMW X3 and 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year	2013	2006
Model	BMW X3	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	6.0L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 375 lb-ft@4000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.6 in	116.0 in	-5.4 in
Length	183.0 in	198.8 in	-15.8 in
Width	74.1 in	78.8 in	-4.7 in
Height	65.4 in	74.8 in	-9.4 in
Curb Weight	4222 lb.	5513 lb.	-1291 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.7 gal.	26.0 gal.	-8.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.7 in	40.7 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.3 in	65.2 in	-7.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	61.4 in	-61.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	39.9 in	41.3 in	-1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.1 in	39.4 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.0 in	65.1 in	-9.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	61.3 in	-61.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	38.6 in	-1.8 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.4 in	-37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	64.4 in	-64.4 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.0 in	-49 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	27.3 in	-27.3 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	107.2 in (over 3 rows)	-30.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	27.6 ft³	16.3 ft³	11.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	27.6	63.6 ft³	-36
Cargo Volume, Maximum	63.3 ft³	104.6 ft³	-41.3 ft³

2013 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	Thanks partly to power-adjustable side bolsters, the X3's optional sport seats are both supportive and comfortable. They're firm where you want them to be firm, yet (unlike those in the Audi and Mercedes-Benz) cushy where you want them to be cushy. The Volvo XC60's seats are also very comfortable, but can't quite match the BMW's lateral support. You sit substantially higher than in a BMW sedan, both relative to the ground and to the instrument panel. The windshield is more distant than in the original X3, making the current one seem considerably larger, but it remains more upright than in most recently designed crossovers. The forward visibility many people buy a crossover to get can be gotten here. Rear seat legroom increased by an inch with the 2011 redesign, and is now competitive. A couple of adults will fit, so there's no compelling functional reason to step up to the X5 unless you require tall people to be comfortable back there. see full BMW X3 review

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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD	the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2006	4dr SUV 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	GMT800 series vehicles fit me better than any other. I prefer the '06 Tahoe to the '09 GMC Sierra i had prior to the Equinox i traded for the Tahoe. The Equinox was okay on a straight road, other than that, it was terrible! No lateral support at see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD	inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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