2011 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. 2013 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
