2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Eos |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |