2009 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
