2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 2008 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A5 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A5 | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |