2008 BMW 528 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 2 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 528 2006 Volkswagen Passat
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 528 Passat
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 241 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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