1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Passat | X1 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |