2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
