1997 Eagle Talon vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 541 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Eagle Talon. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1997 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1997 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Eagle Talon | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Eagle | Hyundai |
Model | Talon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |