2008 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Eos | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Eos | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
