2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 402 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 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon. 2012 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Eagle Talon | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Eagle | Volvo |
| Model | Talon | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |
