2009 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Camry | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
