1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 42 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 2012 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R 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:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 R | Eos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
