2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Eagle Talon weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Eagle | Renault |
| Model | Talon | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
