2012 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 308 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.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Eos | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Eos | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
