2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Passat | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
