1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Eagle Talon | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Eagle | Jeep |
Model | Talon | Patriot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |