2001 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 41 kg more than 2001 Eagle Talon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Eagle Talon | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Eagle | Honda |
| Model | Talon | Fit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
