2006 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 116 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
