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2006 Ford Mustang and 2009 BMW 1-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Mustang | BMW 1-Series | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-2v 300 hp@5750 320 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 104.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Length | 187.6 in | 171.7 in | 15.9 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 68.8 in | 5.1 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 56.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3525 lb. | 3384 lb. | 141 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 37.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 53.4 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 0.0 in | 46.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 30.3 in | 32.0 in | -1.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Mustang
| 2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Driving position is very flexible, all the controls are within reach and easy to use. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room for tall people like me. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
The Mustang is a cool car, but nowhere near as comfortable see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
Not much room in the back of a Mustang... see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
Rear seat is small for adults. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seat is for kids. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seats in name only. No real passenger room see full Ford Mustang review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 1-Series
| 2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
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