2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Eagle Talon | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Eagle | Kia |
Model | Talon | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 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 | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |