2004 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Eos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |