2008 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Eos | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Eos | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |