1990 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Talon | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Eagle | Porsche |
Model | Talon | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |