2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Eagle Talon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 Ferrari F430 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 2006 Ferrari F430. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Eagle Talon | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Eagle | Ferrari |
| Model | Talon | F430 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
