2001 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Eagle Talon.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Eagle Talon | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Eagle | Kia |
Model | Talon | Retona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |