2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Eos | X3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |