1999 Honda Z vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Eos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
