2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 611 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 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Eos | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
