1997 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Talon | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Eagle | Honda |
| Model | Talon | Element |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
