2004 Acura TL vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
