2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Eagle | GMC |
| Model | Talon | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4010 mm |
