2001 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
