2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1999 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Talon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
