2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 840 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eos | ML |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 105 L |
