1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Passat | X6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |