2008 Ford GT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |