2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Volvo XC90

To start off, both 2005 Eagle Talon and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 778 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon.

Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Eagle Talon. 2005 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2005 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2005 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Eagle Talon 2005 Volvo XC90
Make Eagle Volvo
Model Talon XC90
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 2198 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2870 mm


 

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