2000 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2000 Eagle Talon.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Eagle Talon | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Eagle | Mazda |
Model | Talon | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |