2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 76 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Eagle Talon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2005 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Talon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
