2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 BMW 530 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. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Passat | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |