2011 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 BMW 535 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 535 | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |