2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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. Both 2010 Volkswagen Eos and 2012 Ford Focus are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 253 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Eos | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |