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 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 90 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 | Sedan | 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 | 302 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |