2001 Eagle Talon vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 7 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Eagle Talon.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Eagle Talon | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Eagle | Tata |
| Model | Talon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 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 | 1420 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
