1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Eagle | Suzuki |
| Model | Talon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
