2003 Eagle Talon vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2003 Eagle Talon and 2003 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda NSX 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 2003 Honda NSX. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX. 2003 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2003 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2003 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Eagle Talon | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Eagle | Honda |
Model | Talon | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |