2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 436 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sienna | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
