2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 335 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |