2003 Eagle Talon vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2003 Eagle Talon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2003 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Eagle Talon | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
