2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2012 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
