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BMW X3 (2006) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2006 2006  
Model BMW X3 Hyundai Sonata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.1 in 107.4 in 2.7 in
Length 179.7 in 188.9 in -9.2 in
Width 73.0 in 72.1 in 0.9 in
Height 66.0 in 58.0 in 8 in
Curb Weight 4023 lb. 3253 lb. 770 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.7 gal. 17.7 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.1 in 40.1 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.8 in 57.4 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.5 in -55.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.2 in 43.7 in -3.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 38.2 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.4 in 56.9 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.3 in -55.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 37.4 in -1.6 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -5.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 30.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 13.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 71.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 54.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW X3

2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review
2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review
2006 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats are underpadded and undercontoured see full BMW X3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Sonata

2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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