2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Passat | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
