1992 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Talon would be higher. Both 1992 Eagle Talon and 2005 Hyundai Tucson are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Talon | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Eagle | Hyundai |
| Model | Talon | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
