Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus SC | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 288 hp@5600 317 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 116.9 in | -13.8 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 193.1 in | -14.6 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 73.2 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 53.1 in | 57.6 in | -4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 4056 lb. | -216 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.5 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 58.3 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.4 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 38.3 in | -11.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 46.6 in | 56.2 in | -9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.5 in | 0.0 in | 49.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 36.1 in | -9 in |
Total Legroom | 70.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Lexus SC.
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |