2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
