2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 11 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 604 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Eagle Talon | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Eagle | Audi |
| Model | Talon | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3122 mm |
