2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Eagle Talon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2005 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Eagle | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Talon | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
