1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Talon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Eagle Talon | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Eagle | Suzuki |
Model | Talon | Jimny |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |