2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Eos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |