2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 878 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Eos |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2473 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |