2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |