2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Eagle Talon weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Eagle Talon | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Eagle | Porsche |
Model | Talon | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6250 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2355 mm |