2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
