2008 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Eos | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Eos | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
