2008 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
