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Ford Explorer Sport Trac (2009) vs. BMW 3-Series (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and 2006 BMW 3-Series specs.

2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and 2006 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Ford Explorer Sport Trac BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUT 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 130.5 in 108.7 in 21.8 in
Length 210.2 in 178.2 in 32 in
Width 73.7 in 71.5 in 2.2 in
Height 72.5 in 55.9 in 16.6 in
Curb Weight 4516 lb. 3285 lb. 1231 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.5 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 55.4 in 3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.5 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 37.5 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 55.1 in 3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 34.6 in 2.3 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 3.2 in
Cargo Volume 0.0 12.0 ft3 -12

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

2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW 3-Series

2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
More padding, slightly larger than e46 sport seats, fully adjustable side bolsters and the Dakota leather seems thicker and softer than the e-46 leather. see full BMW 3-Series review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
back support see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Heated, 8-way, with lumbar control: seems to have comfort covered for most drivers (wheel does not telescope). see full BMW 3-Series review
2005 2dr Coupe 333-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
My M3 is the only sports car I found that will comfortably fit a baby seat in the rear. :) see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
very little leg room. see full BMW 3-Series review
2007 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
I have the coupe, the back seats are just an afterthought. see full BMW 3-Series review
2007 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Too small & cramped. Fit and finish was much less desirable than my past 1998 5 series BMW. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Small. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Entering and exiting and overall seat comfort are not designed for taller or larger drivers see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
A little tight for taller adults. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The rear seats are comfortable, but due to the size of/shortness of the car there is not much legroom, a full size adult will have trouble getting their feet into the footwells. Mind you, the trunk space is immense for such a small car. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
There is little foot room and the ride is rough. see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
cramped see full BMW 3-Series review
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
what room see full BMW 3-Series review
 
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