2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Eos and 2010 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 2010 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eos | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
