1994 Eagle Talon vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 695 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Talon | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Talon | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
