2009 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (207 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Eos | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Eos | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |