1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Eagle Talon | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Eagle | SsangYong |
Model | Talon | Rexton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |