2006 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 BMW M6 and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 359 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 M6 (705 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW M6 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 705 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |