1997 Porsche 993 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 116 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 993 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
