2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 913 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2524 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
