2005 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 1990 Volkswagen Passat
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model X5 Passat
Year Released 2005 1990
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 8.0:1
Top Speed 210 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 70 L


 

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