2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2002 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2002 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Eagle Talon | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Eagle | Kia |
| Model | Talon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
