2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo XC90 | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | XC90 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
