2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
