2009 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (207 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Eos | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Eos | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
