2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 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 | 1755 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |