1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 725 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Talon | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Eagle | Kia |
Model | Talon | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |