2012 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Eos and 2012 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 273 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Eos 2012 Volkswagen Golf
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Eos Golf
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automated manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1619 kg 1346 kg
Vehicle Length 4423 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1791 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1444 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2578 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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