1997 Eagle Talon vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V

To start off, both 1997 Eagle Talon and 1997 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 580 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Eagle Talon 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
Make Eagle Mercedes-Benz
Model Talon V
Year Released 1997 1997
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 209 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3010 mm


 

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