1997 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Talon | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Eagle | Volvo |
| Model | Talon | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
