2003 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 114 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |