2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos

To start off, both 2009 Volkswagen Polo and 2009 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.

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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volkswagen Polo 2009 Volkswagen Eos
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Eos
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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