2004 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Element | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
