1999 Toyota Avensis vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (207 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Avensis | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Eos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
