1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Talon weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Eagle | Jeep |
| Model | Talon | Compass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
