1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 1998 Eagle Talon
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator and 1998 Eagle Talon were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 1998 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Eagle Talon. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator has automatic transmission and 1998 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1998 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 1998 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Intimidator | Talon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
