1997 Eagle Talon vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Eagle Talon | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Eagle | Ford |
Model | Talon | Ranger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |