1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Eagle Talon | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Eagle | Subaru |
Model | Talon | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |