2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
