1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 503 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Eagle Talon. 2007 Nissan Navara 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. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Talon | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
