1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 17 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 179 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
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, 1989 Eagle Talon (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Eagle | Saturn |
| Model | Talon | Vue |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
