2004 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fit | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
