2000 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Eagle Talon weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2000 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Eagle Talon | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Talon | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 180 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 | 1422 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
