2002 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 519 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
