2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 485 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
