Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Solara | BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 120.7 in | -13.6 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 196.8 in | -4.3 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 74.8 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 61.4 in | -5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 4894 lb. | -1454 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 41.4 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.3 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 40.6 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.7 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 41.8 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.4 in (over 2 rows) | -5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 60.0 ft3 | -46.2 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo.