2009 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. Both 2009 Volkswagen Eos and 2004 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,982 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Eos | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eos | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
