1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 2012 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 993 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2578 mm |
