2011 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 233 kg more than 2012 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 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Edge | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Edge | Eos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1852 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
