2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Eos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
