2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Eos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |