2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedici | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
