2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Eos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |