2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |