2009 BMW 335 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 335 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |