2002 Honda Acty vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 771 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acty | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1611 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
