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BMW X5 (2006) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 BMW X5 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class specs.

2006 BMW X5 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model BMW X5 Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,819 mm 3,216 mm -1 mm
Length 4,666 mm 5,156 mm -1 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,923 mm 0 mm
Height 1,715 mm 1,661 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,110 kg 2,190 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 93 L 95 L -2 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,013 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,473 mm 1,532 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 998 mm 1,011 mm 997 mm
Headroom, Row 2 978 mm 1,026 mm 977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,453 mm 1,514 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 899 mm 919 mm -20 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 945 mm -945 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,341 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 823 mm -823 mm
Total Legroom 1,897 mm (over 2 rows) 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 674 L 433 L 241 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 23.8 1,195 L 22.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,540 L 2,407 L -1 L

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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 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 
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