2008 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc, 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 735 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
