2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Eos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
