2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 996 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
