2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 776 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
