2011 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos

To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Beetle and 2011 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Volkswagen Beetle 2011 Volkswagen Eos
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Beetle Eos
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 2400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 198 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4423 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1444 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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