Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6200 369 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 111.0 in | 0 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 197.2 in | -13.5 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 72.8 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 67.5 in | 58.5 in | 9 in |
Curb Weight | 5016 lb. | 3490 lb. | 1526 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 59.4 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 41.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 58.2 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.2 in | -56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 40.9 in | -5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -7.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.4 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 40 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |