2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Eos and 2010 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Eos | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
