2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 66 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grandis | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
