Buick Roadmaster vs. Volkswagen Passat
In comparing the Buick Roadmaster's and the Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the Buick Roadmaster has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Buick Roadmaster's and the Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Roadmaster’s base engine makes 260 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Passat base engine makes 115 horsepower. The Roadmaster is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 552 miles. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the Volkswagen Passat the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Roadmaster the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Passat has an average safety rating of 4.77 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9488 - 16438
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479679
Buick Roadmaster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.048 / 10
Reliability:
7.704001 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Buick Roadmaster Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Buick Roadmaster Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Estate
Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
GLS, GLX V6, TDi
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 24000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.77 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 552 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
215.8 inches
Wheelbase:
115.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2890 lbs
Width:
67.5 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
181.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available