2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Eos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |