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Porsche Boxster (2006) vs. BMW 5-Series (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Porsche Boxster and 2011 BMW 5-Series specs.

2006 Porsche Boxster and 2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2006 2011  
Model Porsche Boxster BMW 5-Series  
Engine 2.7L H6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6400
199 lb-ft@4700		 turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750		  
Transmission 5-speed manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 95.1 in 116.9 in -21.8 in
Length 170.4 in 193.1 in -22.7 in
Width 70.9 in 73.2 in -2.3 in
Height 51.0 in 57.6 in -6.6 in
Curb Weight 2855 lb. 4376 lb. -1521 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 18.5 gal. -1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.5 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 51.7 in 58.3 in -6.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.4 in 0.0 in 53.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.4 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 38.3 in -38.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.2 in -56.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.1 in -36.1 in
Total Legroom 41.6 in (over 1 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -35.9 in
Cargo Volume 9.9 ft3 18.4 ft3 -8.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Porsche Boxster

2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed manual RWD		 sport seats provide a lot of support see full Porsche Boxster review
2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed manual RWD		 no rear seat see full Porsche Boxster review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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