2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |