2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Eagle Talon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Eagle |
| Model | GT | Talon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
