1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
