Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5400 324 lb-ft@3600 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,666 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,715 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,235 kg | 2,135 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 93 L | 85 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 1,077 mm | 997 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 983 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 937 mm | -38 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 | 1,897 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 674 L | 385 L | 289 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 1,243 L | 22.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,540 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |