1997 Eagle Talon vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 2002 Tata Safari 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, 2002 Tata Safari 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Eagle Talon | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Eagle | Tata |
Model | Talon | Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |