2000 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 528 kg more than 2000 Eagle Talon.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2000 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2000 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Eagle Talon | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Eagle | Honda |
Model | Talon | Element |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |