2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Eos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |