Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,809 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,648 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,882 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,661 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,915 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 85 L | -18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 983 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 937 mm | -2 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 782 L | 385 L | 397 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.6 | 1,243 L | 26.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,792 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW X3.
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |