2003 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Legend | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Eos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |