2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon.
Because 2006 Ford Fusion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Fusion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
