2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 (406 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Passat | X6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 406 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |