2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2006 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Eos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2006 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
