1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 352 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Eagle Talon | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Eagle | SsangYong |
Model | Talon | Actyon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |