2008 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Eos | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Eos | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
