1998 Honda Life vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 802 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 2012 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Life 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:
1998 Honda Life | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Eos |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |