1991 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Talon. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Eagle Talon | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Eagle | Mercury |
Model | Talon | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |