1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 20 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1195 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 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 BMW X5 M has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Passat | X5 M |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2197 mm |