2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Passat | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
