2008 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 434 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 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Eos | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Eos | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
