1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Eagle | Suzuki |
| Model | Talon | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
