2007 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | X3 | Talon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
