2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |