2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 293 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Colorado | Talon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
