2010 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. Both 2010 Volkswagen Sharan and 2011 Volkswagen Eos are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1835 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Eos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1973 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
