2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 91 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Brilliance |
Model | Passat | BS4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |