2006 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
