2005 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
