1997 Eagle Talon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 352 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Talon | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Eagle | Volkswagen |
| Model | Talon | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2919 mm |
