2003 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon.
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, 2003 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Eagle Talon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Talon | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
