Chrysler 300 (2006) vs. BMW 3-Series (2011) Specs

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2006 Chrysler 300 and 2011 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year	2006	2011
Model	Chrysler 300	BMW 3-Series
Engine	6.1L V8 OHV-2v 425 hp@6000 420 lb-ft@4800	4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	7-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	120.0 in	108.7 in	11.3 in
Length	196.8 in	178.2 in	18.6 in
Width	74.1 in	71.5 in	2.6 in
Height	58.4 in	55.9 in	2.5 in
Curb Weight	4160 lb.	3693 lb.	467 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.0 gal.	15.9 gal.	2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	38.5 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.4 in	55.4 in	4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.9 in	0.0 in	55.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.8 in	41.5 in	0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.0 in	37.5 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.7 in	55.1 in	2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.9 in	0.0 in	55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.2 in	34.6 in	5.6 in
Total Legroom	82 in (over 2 rows)	76.1 in (over 2 rows)	5.9 in
Cargo Volume	15.6 ft³	12.0 ft³	3.6 ft³

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chrysler 300

2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Lots of room in the front, heated front seats and a nice comfy seat. Just returned from a 7 hour trip in the car and not once did i feel uncomfortable. see full Chrysler 300 review
2006	4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	we have big friends, more leg than most other cars in its size see full Chrysler 300 review
2006	4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The adjustable seats fit anyone. see full Chrysler 300 review
2006	4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	I can adjust the seat to just about any position to be comfortable. I have taken 4-hour nonstop drives and remained comfortable to the end. see full Chrysler 300 review
2005	4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	It was a very comfortable ride. see full Chrysler 300 review
2005	4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Lots of leg room, comfortable seats. see full Chrysler 300 review

2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Stiff and firm. see full Chrysler 300 review
2005	4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seat cushion provided little support. see full Chrysler 300 review

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2012	Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010	4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review
2010	4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review

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