Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Eos | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 235 lb-ft@2500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 104.3 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 173.5 in | 174.8 in | -1.3 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 68.9 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 53.5 in | 3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3686 lb. | 2877 lb. | 809 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 38.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.9 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.6 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 52.1 in | -10.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.5 in | 30.3 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.6 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
2008 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The car is comfy on long trips, and the seat heaters are super. The car is great with the top down—if you deploy the wind deflector, you don’t get your hair blown all over the place. The faux leather on the seats is fine-- you can only get real leather if you get the LUX model, and then you can’t have a manual transmission. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2008 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
great support. the sides basically hold you - which is important because the car can generate serious g-forces going around corners see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Frankly, the best seats I have sat in outside of a couple BMW Ms. Supportive, well bolstered with good lateral support. Also good support for the lower back for long drives. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
very comfortable to drive see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Perfect fit for me! Very comfortable see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I fit pretty nicely in the civic without completing eliminating the backseat behind me. see full Honda Civic review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have driven for as long as 12 hours in one sitting behind the wheel (only getting out for gas) and it felt fine. It is a firmer seat then some luxury cars, but for the economy level cars, it is a great seat. see full Honda Civic review |
2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Seat needs an adjustable lumber support. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
back seat? maybe for a child on a short trip. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Active headrest was and is too far forward for comfort. This casues headaches for some people - incldung my wife. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
All cars sold in northern climes should have heated seats at least optional. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not comfortable for tall people in the rear seat. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Rear seat does not fold down see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate although better than in the past see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate, seats could have more support see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Felt less comfortable than the Prius. see full Honda Civic review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car is tiny. Period. see full Honda Civic review |