2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 2010 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2000 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
