2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Passport.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Passport. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Eos | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Eos | Passport |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2710 mm |
