2005 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2005 BMW 745 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 745. 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 745 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
