2006 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 545 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |