2008 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 41 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Eos | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
| Model | Eos | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
