2003 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 295 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 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Eagle Talon | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3520 mm |
