2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allroad | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
