2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
