2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2002 Eagle Talon and 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Eagle Talon | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Eagle | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Talon | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |