2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 Volkswagen GTD are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eos | GTD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
