2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Passat | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
