2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Eos |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2329 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |