2005 Toyota Allion 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 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Allion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Allion. 2005 Toyota Allion 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 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Allion | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allion | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
