2008 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 BMW 730 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 730 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 730. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 730 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 730 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |