2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 918 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
