2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Eagle | Suzuki |
| Model | Talon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
