2005 Eagle Talon vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 451 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Eagle | Jaguar |
| Model | Talon | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3032 mm |
