2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | Eos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
