1997 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 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 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Eagle Talon | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Eagle | Ford |
Model | Talon | Ranger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2499 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 | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |