2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eos | Passat |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
