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BMW X5 (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 BMW X5 and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2006 BMW X5 and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
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
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.0 in 113.7 in -2.7 in
Length 183.7 in 193.4 in -9.7 in
Width 73.7 in 73.7 in 0 in
Height 67.5 in 72.8 in -5.3 in
Curb Weight 4927 lb. 4706 lb. 221 lb.
Fuel Capacity 24.6 gal. 22.5 gal. 2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.9 in 39.8 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.0 in 59.0 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.4 in -55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.3 in 42.4 in -3.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 38.7 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 58.9 in -1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.5 in -55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.4 in 36.9 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.4 in -37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 45.3 in -45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.9 in -34.9 in
Total Legroom 74.7 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -39.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.8 ft3 13.6 ft3 10.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 23.8 43.9 ft3 -20.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.4 ft3 83.7 ft3 -29.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW X5

2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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