2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 227 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
