2010 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 93 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo V50 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | V50 | Eos |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1499 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |