1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Eagle Talon. 2005 Peugeot 607 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. 2005 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Eagle | Peugeot |
| Model | Talon | 607 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
