2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 22 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 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Talon | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
