1998 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
