2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2012 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Lantra | Eos |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |